Senior Database Administrator

The Marlin Alliance, Inc. is seeking a Senior Database Administrator in San Diego, CA. This individual will be responsible for the administration, design, development, and maintenance of the organization's database systems, ensuring data integrity, security, and optimal performance. This position supports our Navy customer and offers exceptional upside potential.

Established in 2002, The Marlin Alliance is seeking to hire highly skilled individuals to support mission critical projects within the Navy. We are looking for motivated individuals to lead and support digital transformation, data science and analytics, and automation projects for variety of Navy clients. Individuals must be able to function in a fast-paced work environment and able to adapt quickly to rapidly changing requirements and technologies. Using your comprehensive knowledge of various technologies, you will design, develop, and implement solutions to support Navy mission owners in their digital transformation journey.



Primary Responsibilities:

• Administer and maintain database systems, including installation, configuration, upgrades, and backups.


• Design and develop database structures, schemas, and data models to support business requirements.


• Implement and enforce database security measures, access controls, and data protection protocols.


• Monitor database performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize system efficiency.


• Develop and maintain database standards, policies, and procedures.


• Collaborate with developers and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of applications with database systems.


• Provide technical support and guidance to end-users on database-related issues.


• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in database administration and design.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Four-year or higher degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.


• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a related information technology (IT) role, with a strong focus on database administration, design, and development.


• Proven experience with Oracle and/or Microsoft SQL Server database management systems.


• In-depth knowledge of database standards, methodologies, and industry best practices.


• Proficient in database programming languages (e.g., SQL, PL/SQL, T-SQL).


• Strong understanding of data modeling, normalization, and database optimization techniques.


• Familiarity with database backup and recovery strategies.


• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with cloud-based database platforms (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database).


• Knowledge of database performance monitoring and tuning tools.


• Familiarity with data warehousing and business intelligence concepts.


• Relevant certifications (e.g., Oracle Certified Professional, Microsoft Certified Database Administrator).
  
  
  
  Job Classification:

Associate II

$85,000 - $150,000

Disclaimer:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an �at-will� relationship.

An Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities