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Database Administrator (DBA II) (Government)

Att Open · verified Oct 24, 2026
Columbia Full-time Mid-level Data Architecture & Governance

At a glance

Mid-level Data Architecture & Governance role at Att. Columbia · full-time · $98,100–$181,900 base.

SalaryStated by Att
$98,100 – $181,900
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
RoleData Architecture & Governance
SeniorityMid-level
LocationColumbia
EmploymentFull-time
Base pay$98,100–$181,900
PostedJul 7, 2026 · 3mo ago
Role brief

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What you'll do

  • Create, maintain, patch and troubleshoot Microsoft SQL Server databases across on-premises data centers and cloud environments
  • Handle database indexes and performance, investigate instance and application issues, and support backup and recovery
  • Help improve the team's database support processes and automate repetitive work where possible

What you bring

  • At least ten years working as a DBA on programs of similar scope, type and complexity
  • A technical bachelor's degree, or four additional years of DBA work in its place
  • Hands-on support experience with MS SQL, MariaDB or Oracle, including performance and recovery work
  • A current IAT Level II certification that meets the stated DOD standard, plus TS/SCI clearance with polygraph

Who this fits

This mid-level role suits a DBA who can contribute on a small team and wants to build skills and improve processes. You must work from the government customer site in Laurel, Maryland, with office attendance at least five days each week. Relocation is not offered.

From the employer

AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to the Federal Government. We are dedicated to recruiting, developing and empowering a diverse, high-performing workforce that is passionate about what they do, committed to our shared values and dedicated to our customers’ mission.

Intelink Services provide interagency information sharing, content discovery, and collaboration capabilities on the IC system domains to the IC and its partners in Defense, Homeland Security, Foreign Affairs, and Law Enforcement.

AT&T has an opening for a Database Administrator to support Public Sector Solutions.

This position requires office presence a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered. Work to be performed at a government customer site in Laurel, MD.

Description of Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Looking for a self-motivated individual that wants to learn new skills as well as contribute to the growth and maturity of the processes used to support and maintain databases by a small, talented, and hardworking database administration team. This team creates, maintains, and troubleshoots Microsoft SQL Server and MariaDB databases on multiple networks using multiple architectures. The environment consists of databases hosted both in on-premise datacenters and in cloud environments.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience creating, maintaining, patching and troubleshooting issues related to Microsoft SQL Server databases, knowledge of AWS Cloud technologies, works well in a small team setting, has a desire to automate processes where possible, and a willingness to think outside the box to find solutions.

Required skills:

  • Demonstrable experience supporting MS SQL, MariaDB, and/or Oracle databases.
  • Experience with index and performance management.
  • Experience troubleshooting issues with instances and applications.
  • Experience with backup and recovery processes.
  • Ability to with diverse teams in support of a common mission.
  • Effective communications skills.

Desired skills:

  • Knowledge of AWS services, specifically RDS.
  • Experience with PowerShell/Python scripting to automate repetitive tasks.
  • Exposure to Commvault backup solutions.
  • Knowledge of SQL Server AlwaysOn.
  • Knowledge of Windows Event Log Filtering.
  • Knowledge of Windows Task Scheduler Setup and Management.
  • Experience supporting SharePoint implementations.

Required Clearance: TS/SCI with polygraph. (#ts/sci) (#polygraph)

Required Qualifications:

Ten (10) years experience as a DBA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required. Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Four (4) years of additional DBA experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree. Compliance with DOD 8570.01-M with a minimum certification of IAT Level II. (CCNA - SECURITY, GICSP, GSEC, Security +, SSCP)

Ready to join our team? Apply today!

Our Database Administrator (DBA II) (Government) earns $98,100 - $181,900 yearly. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement program

Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays) *Pro-rated when working less than 40 hrs/wk.

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Caregiver Leave

Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected · Adoption Reimbursement

Disability Benefits (short term and long term)

Life and Accidental Death Insurance

Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Extensive employee wellness programs

Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T wireline phone

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Columbia, Maryland

It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.

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