LEAD SYSTEMS AND DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR

Lead Systems & Database Administrator - Onsite - Norco, CA

Job Summary:

We are seeking two experienced and security-cleared Database Administrator (DBA) and System Administrator (SysAdmin) Lead to oversee and support critical infrastructure, systems administration and cybersecurity operations across our organization. The ideal candidate will possess a current and active Secret clearance and have proven experience with SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, or other RDBMS platforms in secure, high-availability environments. This role requires a strong leadership background in managing IT teams within federal, defense, or highly regulated environments. This role is pivotal in ensuring that IT systems are secure, resilient, and aligned with business and compliance objectives.

Please note this is a full-time onsite position in Norco, CA.

As with any position, additional expectations exist. Some of these include, but are not limited to, adhering to normal working hours, meeting deadlines, following company policies as outlined by the Employee Handbook, communicating regularly with assigned supervisor(s), staying focused on the assigned tasks, and completing other tasks as assigned.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage daily operations of IT staff, systems, and infrastructure
• Ensure system availability, security, and optimal performance across enterprise platforms
• Develop and implement IT strategies in alignment with organizational goals
• Manage projects, budgets, timelines, and vendor relationships
• Ensure compliance with DoD/Federal cybersecurity requirements, including NIST, RMF, and DISA STIGs
• Oversee incident response, risk management, and business continuity planning
• Collaborate with leadership, engineers, and security officers to align technology solutions with mission-critical operations
• Provide mentorship and performance guidance to IT personnel
• Monitor database performance and implement tuning strategies to optimize efficiency
• Implement and enforce database security standards in compliance with federal and DoD policies
• Support data migration, integration, and transformation efforts across environments
• Troubleshoot issues and provide on-call support as necessary
• Work closely with developers, system admins, and security personnel to support application and infrastructure needs

Basic Qualifications:

• Active Secret clearance (must be verifiable at time of application)
• US Citizenship Required
• If applicable: If you are or have been recently employed by the U.S. government, a post-employment ethics letter will be required if employment with VSolvit is offered
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience as a Database Administrator or System Administrator, with at least 3 years in a management or leadership capacity
• Strong expertise in one or more RDBMS platforms (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL)
• Experience with database security in DoD or federal environments
• Knowledge of DISA STIGs, RMF, and other federal compliance standards
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, or SQL scripting)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Security+, ITIL, or PMP
• Experience with cloud technologies (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government)
• Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and enterprise-scale IT transformation

Company Summary:

Join the VSolvit Team! Founded in 2006, VSolvit (pronounced 'We Solve It') is a technology services provider that specializes in cybersecurity, cloud computing, geographic information systems (GIS), business intelligence (BI) systems, data warehousing, engineering services, and custom database and application development. VSolvit is an award winning WOSB, CA CDB, MBE, WBE, and CMMI Level 3 certified company. We offer a customizable health benefits program that best meets the needs of its employees. Offering may include: medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, long and short-term disability and other insurance products, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, 401K Retirement Plan options, Tuition Reimbursement, and assorted voluntary benefits. Our goal is to grow together and enjoy the work that we do as a team.

VSolvit LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.