Database Administrator (DBA) - (PA, MD and DE State)

Benefits:

• Health insurance

BVA Bears IT Solutions is seeking Database Administrators (DBA) for PA, MD area as well as DE area. These positions are full-time, remote role with travel to other Government or Contractor facilities as required in PA, MD and DE. The standard workday consists of 8 hours, scheduled within the window of 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday, excluding government holidays. Core hours, generally 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., should be covered; however, specific core hours may vary depending on the agency’s requirements. Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain enterprise database platforms (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL) within Agile project environments.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives) to align database tasks with iterative delivery goals.
• Collaborate with Scrum teams to ensure database design and changes support evolving user stories and acceptance criteria.
• Administer database security, roles, and permissions; enforce leastprivilege access in compliance with Agile DevSecOps practices.
• Monitor performance and availability; provide quick-turnaround tuning and optimization during sprints.
• Manage backup/restore strategies and disaster recovery plans, integrating these into Agile release cycles.
• Support continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines for database changes using version control and automation tools.
• Implement and maintain data integration/ETL pipelines aligned with Agile increments and sprint deliverables.
• Automate routine administration tasks using scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python) to improve velocity and reduce manual effort.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations across PA, MD, and DE while adapting to Agile workflows.
• Provide timely updates on database tasks during sprint reviews and maintain transparency through Agile boards (e.g., JIRA).
• Design and maintain logical and physical data models to support application and reporting needs.
• Plan and optimize storage architecture for performance and scalability.
• Participate in DBMS evaluation and selection to meet business and compliance requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
• 3–5+ years of DBA experience in production environments, preferably within Agile or hybrid delivery models.
• Expertise with at least one major RDBMS (SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL).
• Strong proficiency in backup/restore, disaster recovery, performance tuning, and security administration.
• Familiarity with Agile principles and experience working in Scrum or Kanban teams.
• Scripting skills (PowerShell, Bash, Python) for automation and CI/CD integration.
• Knowledge of compliance and audit practices applicable to state agencies.

Specialized Experience:

• Experience supporting Agile DevOps environments (CI/CD, automated deployments).
• Ability to break down large database initiatives into incremental deliverables for sprints.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills for cross-functional Agile teams.
• Familiarity with Agile tools (JIRA, Confluence) for backlog management and documentation.
• Exposure to cloud database services (AWS RDS, Azure SQL) and Agile cloud migration projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Agile-related: Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or PMI-ACP (nice to have).
• Database: Microsoft DP-300, Oracle OCP, PostgreSQL certifications.
• Security: CompTIA Security+, CISSP for compliance-heavy environments.

U.S. Citizenship Requirement: This position is restricted to U.S. citizens only in accordance with federal contract requirements. Applicants must provide proof of U.S. citizenship (such as a U.S. passport, birth certificate, or Certificate of Naturalization) prior to employment. Non-citizens, including lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders), are not eligible for this role. Equal Employment Opportunity: BVA Bears IT Solutions is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. ​ Flexible work from home options available. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job