Senior DBA

About DMI

DMI is a leading provider of digital services and technology solutions, headquartered in Tysons Corner, VA. With a focus on end-to-end managed IT services, including managed mobility, cloud, cybersecurity, network operations, and application development, DMI supports public sector agencies and commercial enterprises around the globe. Recognized as a Top Workplace, DMI is committed to delivering secure, efficient, and cost-effective solutions that drive measurable results. Learn more at www.dminc.com

About the Opportunity

DMI, LLC is seeking a Senior DBA to join us. The Senior Database Administrator manages all aspects of NTSB's database infrastructure across production, staging, and QA/test environments. This role leads the migration of on-premises SQL databases to Azure SQL, establishes security and archiving strategies, and ensures database performance and availability in support of NTSB's enterprise applications.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage and support production, staging, and QA/test database environments
• Lead migration of on-premises SQL Server databases to Azure SQL, including planning, execution, and validation
• Design and implement database security controls, backup strategies, and archiving procedures
• Monitor and tune database performance; conduct capacity planning across all managed environments
• Support import and export of data in large volumes, including integration with enterprise data pipelines
• Maintain and configure MySQL, MS SQL Server, and MongoDB instances across cloud and on-premises deployments
• Collaborate with application development and data engineering teams to optimize database schemas and query performance
• Apply cloud database deployment knowledge across Azure SQL, open-source options, and traditional relational database management system (RDBMS) solutions
• Document database configurations, standards, and change management procedures

Qualifications

Education and Years of Experience

• Master's degree (M.S. or M.A.) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Database Management, or a related field
• Minimum 10 years of database administration experience
• Extensive hands-on experience with MS SQL Server, MySQL, and MongoDB
• Demonstrated experience with Azure SQL and cloud database deployment
• Working knowledge of database security, backup, recovery, and archiving at enterprise scale Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with Azure Blob Storage, Azure Data Factory, or Microsoft Fabric
• Familiarity with NTSB or federal government IT environments
• Experience with database performance monitoring tools and capacity planning methodologies
• Microsoft Certified Database Administrator or equivalent certification Degree Substitution Eight additional years of relevant experience beyond the minimum may substitute for the required degree. Six additional years combined with a qualifying certification may also substitute.

Background Requirements: Must possess or be eligible to obtain and successfully complete a Public Trust background investigation and/or a Public Trust clearance.

 

Citizenship Status Required: Must be a U.S. Citizen

 

Physical Requirements: None required for this position.

 

Location:

490 L’Enfant Plaza, SWWashington, District of Columbia 20594

 

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Working at DMI

DMI is a diverse, prosperous, and rewarding place to work. Our culture is shaped by five core values that guide how we work, grow, and succeed together:

 

• Do What’s Right – We lead with honesty and integrity.
• Own the Outcome – We take responsibility and deliver.
• Deliver for Our Customers – We are relentless about delivering value.
• Think Bold, Act Smart – We innovate with purpose.
• Win Together – We collaborate and celebrate our success.

These values aren’t just ideals—they show up in how we support every part of your well-being:

 

• Convenience/Concierge – Virtual health visits, commuter perks, pet insurance, and entertainment discounts that make life easier.
• Development – Annual performance reviews, tuition assistance, and internal career growth opportunities to help you thrive.
• Financial – Generous 401(k) matches, life and disability insurance, and financial wellness tools to support your future.
• Recognition – Annual awards, service anniversaries, referral bo