Spectrum San Diego

GIS Database Engineer

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Vienna, VA, USA

In-Office

Senior level

Security

The Role

Designs, implements, secures, and maintains high-availability enterprise geospatial database environments. Responsibilities include backup and recovery, disaster recovery, performance tuning, query optimization, indexing, automation, database migrations, integrations, compliance, and technical guidance. The role requires hands-on experience with major database platforms, SQL and Python scripting, operating systems, geospatial concepts, and ArcGIS Enterprise geodatabases. An active TS/SCI clearance and willingness to pass a polygraph are required.

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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).

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Skills Required

Active TS/SCI security clearance
Willingness and ability to pass a polygraph
5+ years of hands-on database design and administration experience with Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or SAP HANA
Experience with database loading strategies, backup and recovery, performance tuning, and security
SQL and Python scripting experience
Knowledge of Linux, Unix, or Windows
Exposure to geospatial concepts, including spatial data types, indexing, and coordinate systems
Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, GIS, or a STEM field
Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise geodatabases
Security+ certification
Experience integrating GIS with enterprise systems
Industry certification from Esri, CompTIA, Microsoft, Amazon, PostgreSQL, or Oracle