Description
The Digital Modernization Sector at Leidos currently has an opening for a Database Administrator. This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience supporting a large Department of Defense (DOD) Cyber Security Service Providers (CSSP). As part of the CSSP's mission, the team maintains the Information Systems Continuous Monitoring (ISCM) solution which uses a Relational Database Management System (DBMS) to manage the large quantity of subscriber data which is routinely fed into ISCM to enable continuous monitoring and to provide key cybersecurity insights which support decision makers.
Primary Responsibilities.
Database Administratorwill be a critical member of the team who will facilitate the sustainment and modernization of database solutions for ISCM, leveraging their experience with Relational Database Management Systems and cybersecurity systems.
Key responsibilities include:
Administer and maintain Greenplum databases, ensuring high performance, availability, and security.
Perform database tuning and optimization to improve query performance and resource utilization
Monitor and analyze database performance, applying proactive measures to ensure optimal system operation.
Design and implement robust database backup and disaster recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and minimize downtime.
Regularly test recovery procedures to ensure quick and accurate recovery in the event of system failure.
Write and maintain Standard Operating Procedures to ensure consistency of approach and continuity of effort.
Implement security protocols to safeguard databases from unauthorized access, data loss, or breach.
Design and implement database schemas, tables, indexes, and views tailored to business requirements.
Collaborate with developers and system architects to optimize database design and integration with applications.
Plan and execute regular database upgrades and patching to ensure systems remain up-to-date and secure.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to system upgrades and migrations
Basic Qualifications.
Enterprise experience as a Database Administrator, with relational (and distributed relational) databases, specifically PostgreSQL and GreenPlum. Bachelor's Degree and 12-15 years of applicable Cybersecurity experience, additional Degree's will be considered in lieu of years of experience. Experience working for or with a US government cybersecurity service provider. Must possess an active TS/SCI security clearance Security+ certification
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
March 10, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $131,300.00 - $237,350.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits .
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Commitment to Non-Discrimination
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. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.
