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Database Administrator

Mclean, VA · Remote

$85K - $141K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Minimum of Four(4) to Ten(10)years of job-related experience as an DBA. * Ability to create, modify ... Knowledge with AWS cloud technologies like RDS, Lambda, EC2, Redshift is a plus * Ability to work ...

Database Administrator

Rockville, MD · Remote

$85K - $141K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Minimum of Four(4) to Ten(10)years of job-related experience as an DBA. * Ability to create, modify ... Knowledge with AWS cloud technologies like RDS, Lambda, EC2, Redshift is a plus * Ability to work ...

Database Administrator

Rockville, MD · On-site

$85K - $141K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Minimum of Four(4) to Ten(10)years of job-related experience as an DBA. * Ability to create, modify ... Knowledge with AWS cloud technologies like RDS, Lambda, EC2, Redshift is a plus * Ability to work ...

Sr Oracle Application DBA

Washington, DC · On-site

$57.50 - $78.25/hr

Maintain and administer Oracle 12c/19c databases supporting Oracle EBS R12 (12.2.11), including ... Experience with Redshift, Tableau, or other BI/ETL tools in a hybrid data warehouse environment.

Title: MySQL DBA Location: Minneapolis MN (In-Person) Duration: 6+ months Top Three Skills: 1. 3+ ... Redshift - Dynamo.db Additional Information If you are interested in above position, please share ...

Sr Oracle Application DBA

Washington, DC

$57.50 - $78.25/hr

Maintain and administer Oracle 12c/19c databases supporting Oracle EBS R12 (12.2.11), including ... Experience with Redshift, Tableau, or other BI/ETL tools in a hybrid data warehouse environment.

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How much do redshift dba jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for redshift dba in the United States is $53.72, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48.08 and $60.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Redshift DBA?

A Redshift DBA (Database Administrator) is responsible for managing, optimizing, and securing Amazon Redshift databases. They handle tasks such as performance tuning, query optimization, cluster management, backup and recovery, and security enforcement. Redshift DBAs also work closely with data engineers and analysts to ensure efficient data processing and storage. Their role is crucial in maintaining high availability, scalability, and cost-efficiency in data warehousing solutions.

What is a typical day like for a Redshift DBA?

A typical day for a Redshift DBA involves monitoring and tuning Redshift clusters for performance, optimizing queries, managing data security, and handling backup and recovery tasks. You’ll regularly collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and other IT professionals to support data pipelines and ensure efficient data workflows. Expect to participate in planning sessions for data schema design, respond to user requests, and troubleshoot any operational issues that arise. Continuous learning is also common, as you’ll keep up with the latest AWS updates and best practices to enhance system reliability and support business objectives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Redshift DBA position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Redshift DBA, you need expertise in database administration, data warehousing concepts, SQL, and experience specifically with Amazon Redshift, generally supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with AWS tools, ETL processes, cloud security best practices, and certifications like AWS Certified Database - Specialty are highly valued. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for success in this role. These capabilities ensure reliable database performance, secure and efficient data management, and seamless collaboration with data engineering and analytics teams.

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Infographic showing various Redshift Dba job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,731 per year, or $53.7 per hour.

Database Administrator

Guidehouse

Mclean, VA • Remote

$85K - $141K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 23 hours ago


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Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

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Job description

Job Family:

Database Administration


Travel Required:

Up to 10%


Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

  • Strong knowledge and experience in Oracle PL/SQL and SQL

  • Oracle functions, procedures, triggers, packages using Oracle 11g or newer

  • Participate in production implementations working closely with other members of the production support group to ensure the proper transition of system changes into the production environments

  • Design, develop, and maintain scripts for automation, data processing, and database maintenance and monitoring solutions using scripting languages including PL/SQL, Perl, and shell.

  • Perform general technical trouble shooting & give consultation to development teams

  • Data analysis and debugging with a focus on identifying data quality issues. Provide application troubleshooting support, identifying root causes and implementing permanent resolutions.

  • Create & maintain technical documentation including system diagrams & operational procedures

  • Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve database and application performance issues, working closely with application, infrastructure, and support teams.

  • Ensure database environments follow best practices for reliability, scalability, and security.

  • Participate in production implementations, working closely with other members of the production support group to ensure the proper transition of system changes into production environments.


What You Will Need:

  • Bachelor's degree. FOUR (4) additional years of experience is needed in lieu of degree.

  • Minimum of Four(4) to Ten(10)years of job-related experience as an DBA.

  • Ability to create, modify, and tune SQL queries and PL\SQL code

  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve data, system performance issues

  • Knowledge with AWS cloud technologies like RDS, Lambda, EC2, Redshift is a plus

  • Ability to work effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams.

  • May require participation in a 24X7 on-call rotation or overnight deployment.

  • Strong expertise in Oracle performance tuning, including SQL and PL/SQL optimization.

  • In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with Oracle SQL and PL/SQL, including triggers, procedures, functions, and packages.

  • Proficiency in SQL Developer, SQL Loader, and related Oracle tools.

  • Excellent analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.

  • Strong verbal and written communication and listening skills.

  • Proven ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment, with strong planning and coordination capabilities.

  • High levels of self-motivation and adaptability, with the ability to meet aggressive deadlines.

  • Ability to work independently with minimal direction.

  • Solid understanding of the software development life cycle (SDLC), including Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

  • Demonstrated ability to research and resolve complex technical problems in a distributed and complex IT environment, collaborating with both local and remote teams.

  • Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.


What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • Oracle database performance tuning

  • Exp with Grants.gov applications.

  • Linux/Unix environments and shell scripting

  • Knowledge of AWS is a plus

The annual salary range for this position is $85,000.00-$141,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

  • Parental Leave

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

  • Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

  • Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

  • Care.com annual membership

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.

If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse's Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact recruiting@guidehouse.com. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant's dealings with unauthorized third parties.

Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.


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