Hirebridge
Location
Bethesda, MD (2 Days Onsite – May increase as Client needs change)
Position Title DBA / ETL Developer, Associate
Clearance Public Trust
Job Overview LCG is seeking a DBA / ETL Developer, Associate who will support Client’s ITAC by providing enterprise database engineering, ETL development, and data modernization services across mission-critical applications and data platforms. This role is responsible for maintaining data integrity, resolving production data issues, developing and optimizing ETL pipelines, supporting database modernization and migrations, and ensuring compliance with federal data governance, security, and audit requirements. The DBA / ETL Developer will work closely with application development teams, Enterprise Architecture, cybersecurity, analytics, and DevOps stakeholders to ensure reliable, performant, and traceable data solutions throughout the full SDLC in alignment with ITAC standards and delivery processes.
Key Responsibilities Database Engineering & Data Integrity
Provide
back-end database fixes for data errors , including root cause analysis, data correction scripts, and validation to restore data accuracy and integrity across environments.
Design, implement, and maintain
database objects
including tables, views, indexes, constraints, stored procedures, and functions in accordance with ITAC database standards.
Support
auditability and traceability
by ensuring database changes are documented, versioned, and recoverable in alignment with ITAC governance processes.
ETL Development & Data Integration
Design, develop, and maintain
ETL pipelines and integrations
supporting data ingestion, transformation, and outbound data delivery across internal and external systems.
Produce and maintain
ETL Design Documents
describing extract, transform, and load logic, data flows, mappings, error handling, and performance considerations.
Implement ETL solutions using approved ITAC tooling (e.g., SSIS, Azure Data Factory, or equivalent), supporting both batch and near-real-time data processing.
Develop and maintain
API-based data integrations , ensuring secure, reliable data exchange and alignment with enterprise integration patterns.
Performance Optimization & Query Tuning
Analyze database performance and implement
query optimization , indexing strategies, execution plan tuning, and schema improvements to meet performance SLAs.
Support
database performance testing , capacity planning, and tuning activities as part of release readiness and production validation.
Data Migration and Modernization
Support
data migration and transformation activities
for system modernization initiatives, legacy system replacements, and cloud or platform transitions.
Assist with
data model evolution , including conceptual, logical, and physical data models (CDM, LDM, PDM), and maintain associated data dictionaries.
Align database and ETL solutions with
ITAC data governance and modernization strategies , ensuring consistency with enterprise architecture guidance.
Schema Versioning & Change Management
Maintain
schema versioning and controlled database change management
using
Liquibase , ensuring repeatable, auditable deployments across environments.
Develop and manage DDL scripts stored in ITAC-approved repositories, supporting rollback, recovery, and controlled release execution.
Analytics, Reporting & Data Consumption
Support
analytics and reporting needs
by delivering clean, well-modeled, and performant data structures optimized for reporting and downstream consumption.
Collaborate with reporting and analytics teams to resolve data issues, optimize queries, and ensure data consistency across dashboards and reports.
Security, Compliance & SDLC Participation
Support cybersecurity and compliance requirements, including secure data handling, access controls, and support for RMF-aligned audit artifacts.
Participate in
Agile/SAFe ceremonies , contributing to sprint planning, backlog refinement, defect resolution, and PI execution.
Maintain database and ETL tasks, defects, and technical debt in
Jira , ensuring traceability to user stories and acceptance criteria.
Requirements NIH Experience preferred.
Experience
6–10 years
of hands‑on professional experience as a
DBA and/or ETL Developer
supporting enterprise systems.
3+ years
experience designing and supporting
ETL pipelines and data integrations .
3+ years
experience performing
database performance tuning and optimization
in production environments.
2+ years
experience supporting
data migration or modernization initiatives .
2+ years
experience working in a
regulated or compliance-driven environment
(Federal/Government preferred).
Education Bachelor’s degree preferred
in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Engineering, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent professional experience).
Certifications
Database certifications (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or equivalent)
Data or cloud platform certifications (Azure/AWS/GCP)
Security or data governance certifications (nice to have)
Compensation and Benefits The projected compensation range for this position is $100,000 to $150,000 per year benchmarked in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Salary at LCG is determined by various factors, including but not limited to role, location, the combination of education/training, knowledge, skills, competencies, certifications, and work experience.
LCG offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance options (medical, dental, vision), life and disability insurance, retirement plan contributions, as well as paid leave, federal holidays, professional development, and lifestyle benefits.
Devoted to Fair and Inclusive Practices All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
If you are interested in applying for employment with LCG and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department by email at hr@lcginc.com.
Securing Your Data Beware of fraudulent job offers using LCG's name. LCG will never request payment-related details or advancement of money during the application process. Legitimate communication will only come from lcginc.com or system@hirebridgemail.com, not free commercial services like Gmail or WhatsApp. If you receive suspicious emails asking for payment or personal information, contact us immediately at hr@lcginc.com.
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
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Position Title DBA / ETL Developer, Associate
Clearance Public Trust
Job Overview LCG is seeking a DBA / ETL Developer, Associate who will support Client’s ITAC by providing enterprise database engineering, ETL development, and data modernization services across mission-critical applications and data platforms. This role is responsible for maintaining data integrity, resolving production data issues, developing and optimizing ETL pipelines, supporting database modernization and migrations, and ensuring compliance with federal data governance, security, and audit requirements. The DBA / ETL Developer will work closely with application development teams, Enterprise Architecture, cybersecurity, analytics, and DevOps stakeholders to ensure reliable, performant, and traceable data solutions throughout the full SDLC in alignment with ITAC standards and delivery processes.
Key Responsibilities Database Engineering & Data Integrity
Provide
back-end database fixes for data errors , including root cause analysis, data correction scripts, and validation to restore data accuracy and integrity across environments.
Design, implement, and maintain
database objects
including tables, views, indexes, constraints, stored procedures, and functions in accordance with ITAC database standards.
Support
auditability and traceability
by ensuring database changes are documented, versioned, and recoverable in alignment with ITAC governance processes.
ETL Development & Data Integration
Design, develop, and maintain
ETL pipelines and integrations
supporting data ingestion, transformation, and outbound data delivery across internal and external systems.
Produce and maintain
ETL Design Documents
describing extract, transform, and load logic, data flows, mappings, error handling, and performance considerations.
Implement ETL solutions using approved ITAC tooling (e.g., SSIS, Azure Data Factory, or equivalent), supporting both batch and near-real-time data processing.
Develop and maintain
API-based data integrations , ensuring secure, reliable data exchange and alignment with enterprise integration patterns.
Performance Optimization & Query Tuning
Analyze database performance and implement
query optimization , indexing strategies, execution plan tuning, and schema improvements to meet performance SLAs.
Support
database performance testing , capacity planning, and tuning activities as part of release readiness and production validation.
Data Migration and Modernization
Support
data migration and transformation activities
for system modernization initiatives, legacy system replacements, and cloud or platform transitions.
Assist with
data model evolution , including conceptual, logical, and physical data models (CDM, LDM, PDM), and maintain associated data dictionaries.
Align database and ETL solutions with
ITAC data governance and modernization strategies , ensuring consistency with enterprise architecture guidance.
Schema Versioning & Change Management
Maintain
schema versioning and controlled database change management
using
Liquibase , ensuring repeatable, auditable deployments across environments.
Develop and manage DDL scripts stored in ITAC-approved repositories, supporting rollback, recovery, and controlled release execution.
Analytics, Reporting & Data Consumption
Support
analytics and reporting needs
by delivering clean, well-modeled, and performant data structures optimized for reporting and downstream consumption.
Collaborate with reporting and analytics teams to resolve data issues, optimize queries, and ensure data consistency across dashboards and reports.
Security, Compliance & SDLC Participation
Support cybersecurity and compliance requirements, including secure data handling, access controls, and support for RMF-aligned audit artifacts.
Participate in
Agile/SAFe ceremonies , contributing to sprint planning, backlog refinement, defect resolution, and PI execution.
Maintain database and ETL tasks, defects, and technical debt in
Jira , ensuring traceability to user stories and acceptance criteria.
Requirements NIH Experience preferred.
Experience
6–10 years
of hands‑on professional experience as a
DBA and/or ETL Developer
supporting enterprise systems.
3+ years
experience designing and supporting
ETL pipelines and data integrations .
3+ years
experience performing
database performance tuning and optimization
in production environments.
2+ years
experience supporting
data migration or modernization initiatives .
2+ years
experience working in a
regulated or compliance-driven environment
(Federal/Government preferred).
Education Bachelor’s degree preferred
in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Engineering, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent professional experience).
Certifications
Database certifications (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or equivalent)
Data or cloud platform certifications (Azure/AWS/GCP)
Security or data governance certifications (nice to have)
Compensation and Benefits The projected compensation range for this position is $100,000 to $150,000 per year benchmarked in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Salary at LCG is determined by various factors, including but not limited to role, location, the combination of education/training, knowledge, skills, competencies, certifications, and work experience.
LCG offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance options (medical, dental, vision), life and disability insurance, retirement plan contributions, as well as paid leave, federal holidays, professional development, and lifestyle benefits.
Devoted to Fair and Inclusive Practices All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
If you are interested in applying for employment with LCG and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department by email at hr@lcginc.com.
Securing Your Data Beware of fraudulent job offers using LCG's name. LCG will never request payment-related details or advancement of money during the application process. Legitimate communication will only come from lcginc.com or system@hirebridgemail.com, not free commercial services like Gmail or WhatsApp. If you receive suspicious emails asking for payment or personal information, contact us immediately at hr@lcginc.com.
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
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