Database Engineer - Cleared

MKS2 Technologies, LLC, an award-winning high growth small business, creates innovative and customer-centric technology solutions in the areas of Cyber Security, Instructional Design and Training, Software Engineering and IT Support Services to improve the security and well-being of our clients. Our commitment to excellence and our “Mission First” orientation has resulted in steady growth and an expanding client base across government agencies. We have employees nationwide and for the past three consecutive years were named one of the fastest growing Veteran-owned companies in the nation. Please take a moment to browse through our website and learn more about what it means to serve with MKS2.

Role: Principal Database Administrator

Location: Aurora, CO (Buckley AFB – Onsite)

Clearance: TS/SCI w/ Poly

Overview

We are seeking a Principal Database Administrator to support high-priority infrastructure and software systems. This role focuses on database performance, reliability, and architecture within a dynamic environment that includes both routine maintenance and urgent troubleshooting.

What You Will Do

Administer databases across clustered and containerized environments

Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot database systems

Perform administrative support for PostgreSQL databases

Plan and execute database upgrades, patches, and installations

Support database architecture design and refinement

Respond to database-related issues and work requests

Collaborate with system engineers and integration teams

Maintain and update database schemas and design documentation

Support both routine operations and urgent system issues

Qualifications You Must Have

Experience with database administration in enterprise environments

TS/SCI w/ Poly

Strong experience with PostgreSQL

Experience supporting Linux-based systems (Ubuntu preferred)

Experience with database installation, upgrades, and patching

Ability to troubleshoot and resolve database performance issues

Experience working in clustered or containerized environments

Strong documentation and system design experience

Qualifications We Prefer

Experience supporting high-availability or mission-critical systems

Experience working in secure or government environments

Experience collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams

Familiarity with database architecture optimization and performance tuning

Salary: $175,000-$180,000

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Benefits, PTO, Holiday, Immediate 401k match and More!

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: MKS2 Technologies is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.