Database Administrator

Please note: This role is contingent upon a contract award. While it is not an immediate opening, we are actively conducting interviews and extending offers in anticipation of the award.

The Work

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Data Administrator to manage, maintain, and support our database systems, primarily across Oracle, MariaDB, and PostgreSQL platforms. The ideal candidate will ensure the integrity, availability, and performance of databases while supporting day-to-day operations, backups, and database user access.

Job Location: Remote

*If you accept this position, you should note that ICF does monitor employee work locations blocks access from foreign locations/foreign IP addresses and also prohibits personal VPN connections.

What You Will Do:

• Administer and maintain Oracle, MariaDB, and PostgreSQL database systems.

• Perform regular database monitoring, backups, restores, and performance tuning.

• Install, configure, patch, and upgrade database software and tools.

• Monitor and manage database security, user permissions, and access controls.

• Implement and manage replication, failover, and high availability mechanisms.

• Ensure data integrity, data quality, and compliance with company policies and regulations.

• Support database migration and conversion projects across environments.

• Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues quickly and efficiently.

• Maintain database documentation, operational procedures, and configuration guides.

• Collaborate with development teams to assist in SQL query optimization and schema changes.

What You Will Bring With You:

• U.S. Citizenship required due to federal contract requirements

• Candidate must be able to pass successful Public Trust background check

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, information systems or related technology field

• 1 or more years of experience in Oracle 11, Oracle 12 and Oracle 19C, as well as working with and supporting Agile processing

• At least 2+ years of experience Hands-on experience administering Oracle, MariaDB, and PostgreSQL databases.

What We Would Like You To Bring With You:

• Master's degree

• Experience with cloud-based database management (AWS RDS, Azure Database, Google Cloud SQL).

• Knowledge of Linux/Unix environments for database management and scripting.

• Exposure to DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, or automation tools (Ansible, Terraform) related to database deployments.

• Certifications such as:

• Oracle Database Administrator Certified Associate (OCA/OCP)

• MariaDB Certified Database Administrator

• PostgreSQL Certified Professional

Professional Skills:

• Highly effective analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interface effectively at all levels of the business.

• Organized, detailed oriented and able to prioritize and multi-task.

Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we're not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

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Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$81,094.00 - $137,860.00

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