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GIS Database Engineer

SAIC Vienna, Virginia, United States

Defense and Space Manufacturing · 10,001+ employees

Aug 04
dba Senior (5-10 yrs) Full-time United States
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About the role

The Database Engineer will design and implement secure, high-availability geospatial database solutions for mission-critical applications. Responsibilities include managing enterprise database environments, performing performance tuning, and automating routine tasks.

What they look for

Database Design Database Administration Oracle SQL Server PostgreSQL SAP HANA SQL Python Linux Unix Windows Geospatial Concepts Performance Tuning Security Controls Backup and Recovery ArcGIS Enterprise

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 5 years of hands-on database administration experience and hold an active TS/SCI clearance. A bachelor's degree in a STEM field is required, along with proficiency in SQL, Python, and database management systems.

Full description

Overview

SAIC is hiring a Database Engineer to design and implement enterprise geospatial database solutions supporting mission‑critical applications. You will guide customers through data management strategies and implement secure, scalable environments.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement secure, high‑availability database solutions.
  • Collaborate across the entire implementation lifecycle.
  • Configure and maintain enterprise DB environments (backup, restore, HA/DR).
  • Monitor performance and tune databases (query optimization, indexing).
  • Implement security controls and compliance standards.
  • Automate routine tasks for efficiency.
  • Provide technical guidance for migrations, integrations, and enterprise architectures.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI is required to be considered for this role.
  • Willing and able to pass a polygraph.
  • 5+ years of hands‑on database design/administration for Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or SAP HANA.
  • Experience with loading strategies, backup/recovery, performance tuning, security.
  • SQL and Python scripting experience.
  • Knowledge of Linux/Unix/Windows.
  • Exposure to geospatial concepts (spatial data types, indexing, coordinate systems).
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly.
  • Bachelor's in CS, Math, GIS, or STEM.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise geodatabases.
  • Security+ certification.
  • Knowledge integrating GIS with enterprise systems.
  • Industry certifications (Esri, CompTIA, Microsoft, Amazon, PostgreSQL, Oracle).

SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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