Database Administrator

About the Company

NuAxis Innovations is a federal IT company with a mission to make customer experience the center of every government solution. We believe technology is our passion and people are our purpose. Our teams bring together engineers, problem-solvers, creative thinkers, and collaborators who are committed to helping federal clients succeed. We recognize that successful technology programs depend not only on the tools and systems being delivered, but also on the people who use them. At NuAxis, teamwork is part of how we work every day, and we support one another in delivering thoughtful, dependable solutions. We believe that when employees are supported, they can do their best work.

About the Role

NuAxis Innovations is seeking a talented and motivated Database Administrator IV for a full-time position supporting the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA). In this hands-on role, you will provide advanced administration and operational support for enterprise database systems used by mission-critical applications. You will help ensure that databases remain available, responsive, secure, and accurate while supporting application and infrastructure teams in a structured federal environment. The technology environment may include Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, or comparable enterprise relational database management systems. Systems may be hosted on premises or in hybrid environments and supported by enterprise backup solutions, performance tools, and security controls. The ideal candidate is comfortable balancing daily operations with troubleshooting, performance improvement, and sound documentation practices.

Qualifications

Required qualifications:

• Associate degree or equivalent professional experience
• At least four years of database administration experience
• Strong experience administering at least one enterprise relational database platform (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL)
• Familiarity with database performance tuning, query optimization, indexing, backup and recovery strategies, and database security and access controls
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with technical teams

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in a federal or regulated environment
• Exposure to multiple database platforms
• Familiarity with scripting languages or database scripting such as T-SQL or PL/SQL
• Experience supporting high-availability environments
• Ability to maintain clear technical documentation and follow established procedures

Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, and support enterprise database systems, monitoring their performance, availability, and overall health
• Identify and address performance bottlenecks through tuning, indexing, and query optimization
• Manage database backups, restores, and disaster recovery processes, and support the reliability and recoverability of critical data
• Implement and maintain security controls, including role-based access, permissions, encryption, and auditing practices, in alignment with applicable requirements
• Support application teams by investigating and resolving database-related issues, and coordinate with system, network, and application teams to troubleshoot complex incidents
• Execute database patches, upgrades, and migrations in accordance with established change processes
• Maintain accurate database documentation, configuration records, and standard operating procedures
• Contribute to audits, compliance reviews, and reporting requirements, and help ensure database operations are consistent, secure, and well documented
• Participate in operational activities and recommend improvements that strengthen performance, availability, and supportability

Benefits

NuAxis Innovations values its employees and aims to foster a supportive, collaborative workplace where people can contribute and grow. As a full-time team member, you will have the opportunity to support meaningful federal work and collaborate with professionals who care about the quality and impact of their work.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation.