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Junior Database Administrator
CMMIJunior Database Administrator assisting in NIH enterprise database environments. Supporting installation, maintenance, and monitoring of critical biomedical research applications.
Posted 7/28/2026full-timeBethesda • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $75,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in enterprise database administration, including monitoring, maintenance, and security of database environments. Proficient in troubleshooting and supporting various relational database platforms while ensuring compliance with operational standards.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Enterprise Database AdministrationOracle Database SupportMicrosoft SQL Server SupportDatabase Backup and RecoverySQL Proficiency
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Hard Skills
Database MonitoringDatabase MaintenanceDatabase SecurityUser AdministrationAccess ControlsTroubleshootingRelational Database ConceptsWindows Server SupportLinux Server SupportTechnical Documentation
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTeam Collaboration
Certifications & Qualifications
NIH Public Trust
Industry Keywords
Database AdministrationEnterprise Hosting ServicesChange ManagementConfiguration ManagementDisaster Recovery
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesCyber SecurityLinuxMS SQL ServerMySQLOraclePostgresSQL
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Assist with the administration and maintenance of enterprise database environments.
- Monitor database availability, performance, and capacity to ensure reliable system operations.
- Support installation, configuration, patching, and upgrades of database software.
- Assist with database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery activities.
- Perform routine database maintenance including user account management, database health checks, and storage management.
- Monitor database jobs, alerts, and scheduled maintenance activities.
- Assist in troubleshooting database performance issues and resolving operational problems.
- Support database migrations, refreshes, and system upgrades.
- Create and maintain database documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and operational runbooks.
- Assist with implementing database security controls, permissions, and access management.
- Support configuration management, change management, and release management activities.
- Coordinate with infrastructure, application, storage, and cybersecurity teams to support hosted applications.
- Assist in monitoring database backups and validating successful recovery operations.
- Participate in scheduled maintenance windows and provide after-hours support as required.
- Perform other database administration duties supporting enterprise hosting services.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
What you’ll need- Associate degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education, technical training, and experience.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience supporting enterprise database administration or database operations.
- Experience supporting Oracle Database, Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, or similar relational database platforms.
- Experience performing database monitoring, backup, recovery, and routine maintenance activities.
- Knowledge of SQL and relational database concepts.
- Experience supporting Windows and Linux server environments.
- Familiarity with database security, user administration, and access controls.
- Experience documenting technical procedures and operational activities.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative technical team.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a NIH Public Trust
Benefits
Comp & perks- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Employer-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) that includes Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, and 11 Paid Holidays
- Educational Assistance