Application Database Administrator

Spalding, a Saalex Company is seeking a Application Database Administrator in Patuxent River, MD. Spalding, a Saalex Company is a professional services company delivering cutting-edge solutions to the Department of Defense since 2001. Our expert-level solutions include software development, information technology, program management, financial management and business intelligence services. Spalding offers competitive compensation, career development, flexible work schedules and excellent benefits.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $95k-$140k (depending on experience)

Work Location: Hybrid remote/in-office (see onsite requirements below).

**On-Site Requirements: Position will require on-site work at Patuxent River, MD two to four days per month. Future on-site/telework requirements/schedules may change as additional client direction is received.

Job Description:

The Application DBA will play a critical role in supporting Airworthiness and Flight Clearance systems by ensuring database integrity, performance, and security across Oracle and SQL Server environments. This position involves designing, developing, and optimizing database solutions, mitigating risks associated with code changes, and collaborating closely with developers, IT staff, and customers.

Essential Functions:

• Performance tuning using Toad and SQL Server Management Console.
• Data modeling and ERD creation.
• Writing and optimizing SQL and PL/SQL for Oracle and SQL Server.
• Evaluating and rewriting procedures and queries for performance improvements.
• Implementing constraints, foreign keys, primary keys, and indexes.
• Managing version control and deployment processes using GitLab.
• Ensuring database security (SQL injection mitigation, Label Security, Column Security, STIG compliance).
• Supporting modernization efforts from on-premises to cloud/serverless technologies.
• Using dynamic SQL and metadata-driven approaches to reduce repetitive coding tasks.
• Collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams and customers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required:

• Experience designing/developing Oracle and SQL Server databases for application backend required.
• Solid understanding of Oracle RDBMS concepts required.
• Experience in performance tuning and query optimization required.
• Familiarity with secure coding practices and compliance standards, including application STIGs required.
• Familiarity with cloud services (preferably AWS) and migration from on-prem to serverless required.
• Toad for Oracle and SQL Server Management Console experience required.
• BS/BA degree and 3 years related experience OR AA/AS degree and 7 years related experience OR HS and 9 years related experience.

Desired:

• Experience using GitLab for version control and deployment highly desired.

Security Clearance:

• Must be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance. Active Secret clearance desired, interim Secret acceptable to start. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

Education/Experience:

• BS/BA degree and 3 years related experience OR AA/AS degree and 7 years related experience OR HS and 9 years related experience.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Stock Option Benefit