Senior Database Administrator

GEHA (Government Employees Health Association, Inc., pronounced G.E.H.A.) is a nonprofit member association that provides medical and dental benefits to more than two million federal employees and retirees, military retirees and their families. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

GEHA has one mission : To empower federal workers to be healthy and well.

Offering one of the largest medical and dental benefit provider networks available to federal employees in the United States, GEHA empowers health and wellness by meeting its members where they are, when they need care. We serve our members with products they value and a personalized customer experience, sustained by a nimble and efficient organization.

We are seeking a Senior Database Administrator to enhance and secure enterprise database systems across both on-prem and cloud environments. This is a senior-level technical role focused on ensuring optimal performance, availability and security of high-profile databases through proactive maintenance, troubleshooting, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in relational databases, NoSQL, and cloud platforms, with a passion for leveraging emerging technologies to drive operational excellence and innovation.

SKILLS

Duties and Responsibilities

Database Administration & Optimization

Administer, maintain, and optimize relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, Azure SQL, Snowflake, PostgreSQL).

Lead performance tuning, indexing, query optimization, and root cause analysis to ensure high availability and data integrity.

Monitor system health and proactively resolve bottlenecks, blocking issues, and anomalies.

Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to support capacity planning and system health.

Cloud Environment Management

Support and manage cloud-based database environments across all platforms.

Lead migrations, integrations, and operations in cloud ecosystems using best practices for scalability, reliability, and cost-efficiency.

Utilize cloud-native tools for monitoring, automation, and diagnostics.

Security, Compliance & Governance

Partner with security teams to design and enforce robust database security protocols, including encryption, access controls, and cloud IAM policies.

Ensure compliance with HIPAA, PII, PHI, and other regulatory frameworks.

Conduct audits, implement remediation plans, and maintain secure data workflows across environments.

Backup, Recovery & Disaster Preparedness

Develop and maintain backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies for on-prem and cloud platforms.

Implement encryption, compression, off-site retention, and long-term archival policies.

Design high-availability architectures and phased environment controls for non-production isolation.

Data Integration & ETL Operations

Support ETL and batch processing systems, ensuring timely and accurate data movement.

Collaborate with development teams to integrate secure, cloud-native data pipelines and workflows.

Architecture, Infrastructure & Automation

Administer Windows on virtual machines and attached storage

Contribute to physical and logical database design, network topology, and system monitoring.

Automate operations using scripting tools like PowerShell and Terraform

Documentation & Change Management

Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for configurations, procedures, recovery plans, and deployment models.

Oversee code promotion, change control, and configuration management across environments.

Use source control systems to manage database scripts and participate in release planning.

Collaboration & Mentorship

Work closely with cross-functional teams (Infrastructure, DevOps, Application Development, Architecture) to support deployments and troubleshoot issues.

Mentor DBAs and provide guidance on database architecture.

Lead strategic technical initiatives and contribute to enterprise data management planning.

Research & Continuous Improvement

Conduct business analysis and gather requirements to recommend cost-effective solutions and enhancements.

Evaluate existing systems and recommend improvements using current technologies.

Research emerging trends, including NoSQL, vector databases, and LLM-oriented platforms to support AI-driven initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Systems or related field; equivalent experience or certifications may be considered.

7+ years of experience in database administration, including mastery of relational database systems (e.g., Microsoft SQL Server, Azure SQL, Snowflake, PostgreSQL).

Strong understanding of HIPAA data privacy regulations

Strong understanding of database security principles, access control, and compliance frameworks.

Proficiency in SQL, Snowflake, and scripting tools such as PowerShell and Terraform.

Proven experience supporting cloud-based database environments and cloud-native monitoring and automation tools

Deep technical knowledge of database internals including indexing, query plans, statistics, buffer / cache behavior, and performance tuning.

Experience with ETL tools and processes including design and support of data warehouse structures and reporting systems.

Skilled in change management and code promotion across non-production environments; experienced with source control tools like Git.

Strong understanding of server operating systems (Windows / Linux), server hardware, storage systems (SAN, RAID), physical database design, network topologies, and system monitoring.

Effective verbal and written communication skills to document procedures, explain technical concepts, and collaborate across teams.

Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and resolve complex technical issues with minimal supervision.

Proven ability to contribute to strategic technical initiatives without direct management responsibilities.

Bonus Skills and Experience

Azure or Snowflake certifications (e.g., Azure Database Administrator Associate, SnowPro Core)

Knowledge of data lakehouse architecture , real-time analytics , or AI systems

Familiarity with NoSQL databases (e.g., Cosmos DB, MongoDB) and exposure to LLM-related architectures

Experience in health insurance , healthcare , or regulated industries

Work-at-home requirements

Must have the ability to provide a non-cellular High Speed Internet Service such as Fiber, DSL, or cable Modems for a home office.

A minimum standard speed for optimal performance of 30x5 (30mpbs download x 5mpbs upload) is required.

Latency (ping) response time lower than 80 ms

Hotspots, satellite and wireless internet service is NOT allowed for this role.

A dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information

How we value you

Competitive pay / salary ranges

Incentive plan

Health / Vision / Dental benefits effective day one

401(k) retirement plan : company match – dollar for dollar up to 4% employee contribution (pretax or Roth options) plus a 6% annual company contribution

Robust employee well-being program

Paid Time Off

Personal Community Enrichment Time

Company-provided Basic Life and AD&D

Company-provided Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Tuition Assistance Program

While this is a remote opportunity, at this time GEHA does not hire employees from U.S. territories or the following states : Alaska, Hawaii, California, Washington, Oregon, Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, New York, Connecticut, Vermont, Pennsylvania, Maine.

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. GEHA considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education / training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

The annual base salary range for this position is $108,697 - $153,223 USD.

GEHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, which means we will not discriminate against any individual based on sex, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, age, military status, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity, and sexual orientation, as well as all other characteristics and qualities protected by federal, state, or local law. GEHA will not discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their compensation or the compensation of another employee or applicant. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our diversity drives innovation deepens connections and strengthens our organization.

GEHA is headquartered in Lee's Summit, Missouri, in the Kansas City area. We recognize the importance of balance and flexibility and offer hybrid and work-from-home options for many of our roles.

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G.E.H.A (Government Employees Health Association, Inc.) is a nonprofit member association that provides medical and dental benefits to more than two million federal employees and retirees, military retirees and their families. Offering one of the largest medical and dental benefit provider networks available to federal employees in the United States, G.E.H.A empowers health and wellness by meeting its members where they are, when they need care. Among our core values is embracing diversity and inclusion, where we thrive by creating an environment in which each of our employees feels a sense of belonging, can engage their full potential and focus on enriching our people, culture and community.

Your FUTURE is here with us –COME GROW WITH G.E.H.A!

Benefits start on day one! Great 401(k) match! Tuition assistance programs! Professional development! Advancement opportunities!

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