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Database Administrator
Washington, DC
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USD 110,000–120,000/year — pay source
Salary 110,000 – 120,000 USD per year Benefits:
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Before you apply
- Work authorization
- US citizens only
Active Secret or Top Secret clearance required (US Citizenship required)
What you’ll work on
Full postingExpression is seeking an experienced Database Administrator to support the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) under the ISCOM Division.
This position requires a proactive problem-solver with strong technical skills, a passion for automation and optimization, and the ability to collaborate closely with development, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to deliver modern, secure data solutions.
Design and manage highly available, scalable Azure database solutions
Monitor performance and tune queries, indexes, and storage in Azure
Build backup, disaster recovery, and high-availability strategies
Enforce database security, auditing, and federal compliance practices
Integrate database services into CI/CD pipelines with DevOps teams
From the employer’s posting
Expression is seeking an experienced Database Administrator to support the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) under the ISCOM Division. In this role, you will design, implement, secure, and optimize complex database solutions across both on-premises and cloud-based environments, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Azure services. The Database Administrator will play a critical role in ensuring the performance, scalability, and reliability of mission-critical database systems that advance NTIA’s mission of secure and efficient communications.
This position requires a proactive problem-solver with strong technical skills, a passion for automation and optimization, and the ability to collaborate closely with development, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to deliver modern, secure data solutions.
Design, implement, and manage highly available and scalable Azure database solutions
Monitor database performance and proactively optimize queries, indexing, and storage configurations in Azure.
Develop and implement robust backup, disaster recovery, and high-availability strategies
Enforce database security, auditing, and compliance practices in alignment with federal standards
Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to integrate database services into CI/CD pipelines
What you’ll bring
All qualificationsCore experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.
- Proficiency in T-SQL, PowerShell, and Azure CLI for scripting, automation, and database administration.
- Strong understanding of PaaS and IaaS database offerings within Azure.
- Proven expertise in performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies.
- Demonstrated experience implementing database security, auditing, encryption, and compliance controls in cloud environments.
- Hands-on experience with backup, restore, disaster recovery, and high-availability solutions.
Preferred experience
- Prior experience supporting NTIA, Department of Commerce, or other federal civilian agencies.
- Familiarity with NoSQL database technologies in Azure (e.g., Cosmos DB, Table Storage).
- Experience implementing database security controls and compliance measures aligned with federal standards.
- Understanding of hybrid or multi-cloud database strategies.
Qualification wording
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.
Proficiency in T-SQL, PowerShell, and Azure CLI for scripting, automation, and database administration.
Strong understanding of PaaS and IaaS database offerings within Azure.
Proven expertise in performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies.
Demonstrated experience implementing database security, auditing, encryption, and compliance controls in cloud environments.
Hands-on experience with backup, restore, disaster recovery, and high-availability solutions.
Prior experience supporting NTIA, Department of Commerce, or other federal civilian agencies.
Familiarity with NoSQL database technologies in Azure (e.g., Cosmos DB, Table Storage).
Experience implementing database security controls and compliance measures aligned with federal standards.
Understanding of hybrid or multi-cloud database strategies.
Education & alternatives
Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field. - Minimum of 4 years of experience in database engineering, administration, or cloud data solutions.
Benefits in the posting
Full benefits wording- 401k matching
- PPO and HDHP medical/dental/vision insurance
- Education reimbursement
- Complimentary life insurance
- Generous PTO and holiday leave
- Onsite office gym access
- Commuter Benefits Plan
- Employment type
- Full Time
From the employer’s posting.
About Hatchit
Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Washington DC, Expression provides data fusion, data analytics, software engineering, information technology, and electromagnetic spectrum management solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense, Department of State, and national security community.
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Responsibilities: - Design, implement, and manage highly available and scalable Azure database solutions, including Azure SQL Database, Azure Managed Instance, and Cosmos DB. - Administer, maintain, and optimize both on-premises and cloud-based database environments to ensure peak performance, security, and reliability.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in database engineering, administration, or cloud data solutions. - Expert-level experience with Azure database services including Azure SQL Database, Azure Managed Instance, and Cosmos DB. - Proficiency in T-SQL, PowerShell, and Azure CLI for scripting, automation, and database administration.
- Expert-level experience with Azure database services including Azure SQL Database, Azure Managed Instance, and Cosmos DB. - Proficiency in T-SQL, PowerShell, and Azure CLI for scripting, automation, and database administration. - Strong understanding of PaaS and IaaS database offerings within Azure.
About The Role: Expression is seeking an experienced Database Administrator to support the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) under the ISCOM Division. In this role, you will design, implement, secure, and optimize complex database solutions across both on-premises and cloud-based environments, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Azure services. The Database Administrator will play a critical role in ensuring the performance, scalability, and reliability of mission-critical database systems that advance NTIA’s mission of secure and efficient communications. This position requires a proactive problem-solver with strong technical skills, a passion for automation and optimization, and the ability to collaborate closely with development, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to deliver modern, secure data solutions.
- Administer, maintain, and optimize both on-premises and cloud-based database environments to ensure peak performance, security, and reliability. - Monitor database performance and proactively optimize queries, indexing, and storage configurations in Azure. - Develop and implement robust backup, disaster recovery, and high-availability strategies to ensure business continuity.
- Enforce database security, auditing, and compliance practices in alignment with federal standards and organizational policies. - Leverage Azure-native monitoring tools (e.g., Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Application Insights) for proactive monitoring and performance tuning. - Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to integrate database services into CI/CD pipelines and automate deployment strategies.
- Proficiency in T-SQL, PowerShell, and Azure CLI for scripting, automation, and database administration. - Strong understanding of PaaS and IaaS database offerings within Azure. - Proven expertise in performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies.
Preferred Qualifications: - Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or similar certification. - Prior experience supporting NTIA, Department of Commerce, or other federal civilian agencies.
- Prior experience supporting NTIA, Department of Commerce, or other federal civilian agencies. - Familiarity with NoSQL database technologies in Azure (e.g., Cosmos DB, Table Storage). - Experience implementing database security controls and compliance measures aligned with federal standards.
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We file this job under Data Engineer, by the work the posting describes.
Data engineers build and run the pipelines that copy data out of apps and outside services into a warehouse or lake, and fix them when a source changes or a load fails.
Expect SQL, Python, a cloud platform, a scheduler such as Airflow, and often tools for large data such as Spark or Kafka.
An analytics engineer works one step later, turning the raw data a data engineer lands into clean tables people can query.
US government figures for database architects
- Median yearly pay, May 2025
- $139,500
- Expected change, 2025 to 2035
- 9.4% more jobsagainst 3.5% for all jobs
The government has no code for data engineers, so these figures are for the closest group, database architects, which includes data integration and data warehousing specialists.
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025) and Employment Projections (2025 to 2035). Occupation code 15-1243.
Job description
hatch I.T. is partnering with Expression to find a Database Administrator. See details below:
About The Role:
Expression is seeking an experienced Database Administrator to support the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) under the ISCOM Division. In this role, you will design, implement, secure, and optimize complex database solutions across both on-premises and cloud-based environments, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Azure services. The Database Administrator will play a critical role in ensuring the performance, scalability, and reliability of mission-critical database systems that advance NTIA’s mission of secure and efficient communications.
This position requires a proactive problem-solver with strong technical skills, a passion for automation and optimization, and the ability to collaborate closely with development, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to deliver modern, secure data solutions.
Location and Clearance
- Washington, DC – Onsite
- Active Secret or Top Secret clearance required (U.S. Citizenship required)
- Minimal travel (<10%)
About the Company:
Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Washington DC, Expression provides data fusion, data analytics, software engineering, information technology, and electromagnetic spectrum management solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense, Department of State, and national security community. Expression’s “Perpetual Innovation” culture focuses on creating immediate and sustainable value for their clients via agile delivery of tailored solutions built through constant engagement with their clients. Expression was ranked #1 on the Washington Technology 2018's Fast 50 list of fastest growing small business Government contractors and a Top 20 Big Data Solutions Provider by CIO Review.
Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and manage highly available and scalable Azure database solutions, including Azure SQL Database, Azure Managed Instance, and Cosmos DB.
- Administer, maintain, and optimize both on-premises and cloud-based database environments to ensure peak performance, security, and reliability.
- Monitor database performance and proactively optimize queries, indexing, and storage configurations in Azure.
- Develop and implement robust backup, disaster recovery, and high-availability strategies to ensure business continuity.
- Enforce database security, auditing, and compliance practices in alignment with federal standards and organizational policies.
- Leverage Azure-native monitoring tools (e.g., Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Application Insights) for proactive monitoring and performance tuning.
- Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to integrate database services into CI/CD pipelines and automate deployment strategies.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex database issues and performance bottlenecks.
- Develop and enforce standards, procedures, and best practices for database design, use, and maintenance.
- Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers when required.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in database engineering, administration, or cloud data solutions.
- Expert-level experience with Azure database services including Azure SQL Database, Azure Managed Instance, and Cosmos DB.
- Proficiency in T-SQL, PowerShell, and Azure CLI for scripting, automation, and database administration.
- Strong understanding of PaaS and IaaS database offerings within Azure.
- Proven expertise in performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies.
- Demonstrated experience implementing database security, auditing, encryption, and compliance controls in cloud environments.
- Hands-on experience with backup, restore, disaster recovery, and high-availability solutions.
- Experience collaborating with DevOps teams on automation and CI/CD workflows.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or similar certification.
- Prior experience supporting NTIA, Department of Commerce, or other federal civilian agencies.
- Familiarity with NoSQL database technologies in Azure (e.g., Cosmos DB, Table Storage).
- Experience implementing database security controls and compliance measures aligned with federal standards.
- Understanding of hybrid or multi-cloud database strategies.
Salary
110,000 – 120,000 USD per year
Benefits:
Expression offers competitive salaries and benefits, such as:
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401k matching
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PPO and HDHP medical/dental/vision insurance
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Education reimbursement
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Complimentary life insurance
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Generous PTO and holiday leave
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Onsite office gym access
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Commuter Benefits Plan
Employment type
Full Time
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- Pay
Salary 110,000 – 120,000 USD per year Benefits:
- Location & working pattern
Washington, DC
- Experience implementing database security controls and compliance measures aligned with federal standards. - Understanding of hybrid or multi-cloud database strategies. Salary
- Work authorization
- Washington, DC – Onsite - Active Secret or Top Secret clearance required (U.S. Citizenship required) - Minimal travel (<10%)