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Vantor Inc.

Database Administrator

Vantor Inc., Reston, Virginia, United States, 22090

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Overview

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what's happening now and shape what's coming next. Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters—where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world. Eligibility : To be eligible for this position, you must be a

U.S. Person , defined as a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, asylee, or refugee. Note on Cleared Roles: If this position requires an active U.S. Government security clearance, applicants who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be eligible for consideration. Employment for cleared roles is contingent upon verification of clearance status. Export Control/ITAR: Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Please review the job details below. This position requires an active U.S. Government Security Clearance at the TS/SCI level with CI polygraph. Role

Vantor is seeking a

Database Administrator

to manage the installation, configuration, maintenance, and performance of databases, ensuring high levels of availability, reliability, and security for supporting applications and systems. This project supports a hard and deeply buried target mission set, providing critical analytic insights to government stakeholders. Success depends on the ability to proactively manage diverse database environments while ensuring data integrity, security compliance, and minimal downtime in a highly sensitive and mission-focused environment. The work directly impacts national security objectives by transforming complex data into actionable intelligence in a highly specialized and sensitive domain. Responsibilities

This position is full time onsite in Reston, VA. Maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot databases (SQL, NoSQL, and other types as required). Ensure database availability, integrity, security, and performance. Perform routine database administration tasks, including backups, restores, patching, and upgrades. Develop and maintain documentation, including data standards, procedures, and definitions. Monitor system performance and generate performance reports for tuning and capacity planning. Collaborate with developers, engineers, and security personnel to support application requirements and data access controls. Implement data retention, backup, and disaster recovery strategies. Ensure compliance with security standards and classified handling procedures. Minimum Qualifications

Current/active TS/SCI security clearance and be willing and able to obtain CI polygraph. 6 years of professional experience in database administration or related field. Bachelor's degree in Database Administration, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Proficiency with at least one major RDBMS (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and familiarity with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Elasticsearch). Experience with database backup/recovery strategies and performance tuning. Knowledge of database security best practices and role-based access control. Strong problem-solving and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Experience working in a classified or DoD environment. Familiarity with cloud-based database services (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL). Experience with automation tools and scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python). Certifications such as Oracle DBA, Microsoft SQL Server DBA, or AWS Database Specialty. Pay Transparency

In support of pay transparency at Vantor, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings. The successful candidate\'s starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with minimum necessary experience should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range. The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $99,000.00 - $165,000.00 annually. For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and ranges may vary by location. Benefits

Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that includes a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement, and pet insurance. More information on benefits is available at:

https://www.Vantor.com/careers . Application Window & How to Apply

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted for any reason, it will remain posted three days from the date of repost and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate is identified. The date of posting can be found on Vantor\'s Career page at the top of each job posting. To apply, submit your application via Vantor\'s Career page. EEO Policy

Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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