Database Administrator (Secret Clearance) - $170K in Columbus
Career & Market Insight
Compensation & Market Positioning: The $105,000–$170,000 range is competitive for a cleared DBA role. Federal contractor DBAs with a Secret clearance typically earn a 15–25% premium over commercial equivalents. The upper end ($170K) reflects senior-level seniority and in-depth IC/DoD customer knowledge.
Skills & Career Development: This role reinforces high-demand capabilities:
- Oracle, PL/SQL, SQL Server — perennially in-demand in both federal and commercial sectors
- Database schema management and large-scale database administration at enterprise level
- Federal security and compliance practices (DISA STIGs, RMF) — a niche that commands clearance premiums
Green Flags:
- TekSynap is a growing federal IT contractor — stable revenue from multi-year government contracts
- Primarily remote work with low travel (<10%) signals good work-life balance for a cleared role
- Comprehensive benefits package including disability plans and 401K
Red Flags / Considerations:
- The clearance requirement is a high barrier to entry but also a strong career moat once obtained
- Federal contractor roles can be contract-dependent — ask about contract runway and re-compete risk
- Limited approved states may constrain future geographic flexibility
This is a strong fit for cleared IT professionals seeking stable, well-compensated remote work within the federal ecosystem.
Headquarters: Mosfiloti, Cyprus
URL: https://www.teksynap.com/
Responsibilities & Qualifications
We are seeking an Application Database Administrator.
Required Qualifications
Experience
- Five (5) years of progressive experience with database query languages such as Oracle, PL/SQL, SQL Server, and MS Access.
- Three (3) years of hands-on experience and expertise in Database Schema management, including capability to work on various operating systems and additional programming languages.
- Experience on at least two projects in a large organization responsible for administering, operating, maintaining, and securing a large-scale computer database.
- Demonstrated experience supporting government agencies, customers, or contracts within federal environments — including the Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Civil agencies, and military organizations. Prior experience supporting the same or similar contract, with an in-depth understanding of the customer environment, requirements, and operational landscape, is highly desirable.
Certifications
- IAT II or Oracle Certified Associate, or an equivalent vendor certification.
Clearance
- Secret, IT-II (Tier 3)
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Location: Remote, with periodic on-site support at Fort Belvoir or other locations in the National Capitol Region.
- Type of environment: Remote
- Noise level: Low
- Work schedule: Day shift, Monday–Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
- Travel: Less than 10%
Approved States for Remote Work:
AL, AK, AZ, AR, CT, DE, FL, GA, ID, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MI, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NM, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WV, WI, WY.
Work Authorization / Security Clearance
- U.S. Citizen required
- Secret – IT-II (Tier 3) clearance required
Compensation
Target salary range: $105,000 – $170,000. The salary range displayed is an estimate and will be determined based on factors including the individual's education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements. The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package.
Physical Demands
The employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, and touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to lift up to 10 lbs regularly, up to 25 lbs frequently, and up to 50 lbs occasionally. Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Additional Information
TekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need for a comprehensive, well-planned information management environment. Apply now to explore jobs with us at www.TekSynap.com.
We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time, and holidays.
TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
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Equal Employment Opportunity: TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For accommodation requests, contact [email protected].
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