Database Administrator / Systems Eng-IT, Staff / TS/SCI / Onsite: CO
Lockheed Martin
Job ID: 687161BR Date posted: Feb. 27, 2025
Description:Our employees are the core of everything we do, and they are helping the future arrive. As a leading technology innovation company, our team of over 100,000 employees work with our partners around the world to bring the latest technology to our customers’ toughest challenges. Headquartered in Bethesda, MD, Lockheed Martin has employees based in all 50 states and more than 570 facilities that span 70 countries.
This Enterprise Operations (EO) position supports the Lockheed Martin Space division and will be located Onsite in Littleton, CO. The selected candidate will be responsible for providing support to the critical Programs that the Special Programs Division are responsible for.
The focus of this role will be on Database Administration. You will be thrust into a fast-paced environment, solving complex technical challenges. a deep understanding of database systems, server administration, and IT infrastructure best practices. In this role, you'll be responsible for ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of our database environments, while also contributing to the strategic planning and implementation of future IT initiatives.
In this position the chosen candidate will utilize their Application Administrative skills across programs and servers keeping in mind cyber security concerns. The candidate should have expertise in developing, deploying, and sustaining in-house/COTS applications in a highly collaborative, fast-paced, high-energy environment. The candidate will participate in the entire application deployment life cycle including
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Design, implement, and maintain high-availability database systems (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL) ensuring optimal performance and data integrity.
• Proactively monitor database and server performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement preventative measures to minimize downtime and optimize resource utilization.
• Develop and implement robust backup and recovery strategies, disaster recovery plans, and security protocols to safeguard sensitive data and ensure business continuity.
• Manage and administer server operating systems (Windows Server, Linux) and virtualized environments, including patching, upgrades, and configuration management.
• Collaborate with application development teams to optimize database queries, design efficient data models, and provide technical guidance on database-related issues.
• Lead and participate in IT projects related to database infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and new technology implementations, ensuring alignment with business objectives and industry best practices.
As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories. Join us at Lockheed Martin, where we’re engineering a better tomorrow.
Basic Qualifications:
• Must have an active TS/SCI clearance prior to start, with ability and willingness to obtain and maintain CI Poly
• Advanced knowledge of database management systems (DBMS) such as Oracle, Microsoft SQL, MySQL, or PostgeresSQL
• Skillset experience with performance tuning, query optimization, database design, and implementation.
• Experience in database backup and recovery, security implementation, disaster recovery planning, and high-availability solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of operating systems (Windows Server, Linux/Unix) and server hardware.
• Understanding of networking concepts, storage systems, and cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
Desired Skills:
• Having an active CI Poly
• Familiarity with designing complex database schemas, data warehousing, data modeling (relational, dimensional, NoSQL), and distributed database systems. They should be able to optimize database performance for high-volume transactions and large datasets.
• Knowledge of data integration and ETL/ELT processes.
• Experience with database clustering, replication, and high availability solutions.
• Advanced Certifications: AWS Certified Database – Specialty, Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate, Google Cloud Professional Database Engineer, Oracle Certified Master (OCM)
• Expertise in implementing and maintaining robust database security measures, including access control, encryption, auditing, and vulnerability management.
• Experience with performance analysis and profiling tools.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: TS/SCI w/Poly
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Washington or Washington DC is $104,500 - $184,115. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: ENTERPRISE BUSINESS SERVICES
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Information Technology
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
Description:Our employees are the core of everything we do, and they are helping the future arrive. As a leading technology innovation company, our team of over 100,000 employees work with our partners around the world to bring the latest technology to our customers’ toughest challenges. Headquartered in Bethesda, MD, Lockheed Martin has employees based in all 50 states and more than 570 facilities that span 70 countries.
This Enterprise Operations (EO) position supports the Lockheed Martin Space division and will be located Onsite in Littleton, CO. The selected candidate will be responsible for providing support to the critical Programs that the Special Programs Division are responsible for.
The focus of this role will be on Database Administration. You will be thrust into a fast-paced environment, solving complex technical challenges. a deep understanding of database systems, server administration, and IT infrastructure best practices. In this role, you'll be responsible for ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of our database environments, while also contributing to the strategic planning and implementation of future IT initiatives.
In this position the chosen candidate will utilize their Application Administrative skills across programs and servers keeping in mind cyber security concerns. The candidate should have expertise in developing, deploying, and sustaining in-house/COTS applications in a highly collaborative, fast-paced, high-energy environment. The candidate will participate in the entire application deployment life cycle including
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Design, implement, and maintain high-availability database systems (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL) ensuring optimal performance and data integrity.
• Proactively monitor database and server performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement preventative measures to minimize downtime and optimize resource utilization.
• Develop and implement robust backup and recovery strategies, disaster recovery plans, and security protocols to safeguard sensitive data and ensure business continuity.
• Manage and administer server operating systems (Windows Server, Linux) and virtualized environments, including patching, upgrades, and configuration management.
• Collaborate with application development teams to optimize database queries, design efficient data models, and provide technical guidance on database-related issues.
• Lead and participate in IT projects related to database infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and new technology implementations, ensuring alignment with business objectives and industry best practices.
As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories. Join us at Lockheed Martin, where we’re engineering a better tomorrow.
Basic Qualifications:
• Must have an active TS/SCI clearance prior to start, with ability and willingness to obtain and maintain CI Poly
• Advanced knowledge of database management systems (DBMS) such as Oracle, Microsoft SQL, MySQL, or PostgeresSQL
• Skillset experience with performance tuning, query optimization, database design, and implementation.
• Experience in database backup and recovery, security implementation, disaster recovery planning, and high-availability solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of operating systems (Windows Server, Linux/Unix) and server hardware.
• Understanding of networking concepts, storage systems, and cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
Desired Skills:
• Having an active CI Poly
• Familiarity with designing complex database schemas, data warehousing, data modeling (relational, dimensional, NoSQL), and distributed database systems. They should be able to optimize database performance for high-volume transactions and large datasets.
• Knowledge of data integration and ETL/ELT processes.
• Experience with database clustering, replication, and high availability solutions.
• Advanced Certifications: AWS Certified Database – Specialty, Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate, Google Cloud Professional Database Engineer, Oracle Certified Master (OCM)
• Expertise in implementing and maintaining robust database security measures, including access control, encryption, auditing, and vulnerability management.
• Experience with performance analysis and profiling tools.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: TS/SCI w/Poly
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Washington or Washington DC is $104,500 - $184,115. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: ENTERPRISE BUSINESS SERVICES
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Information Technology
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
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