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**Senior Section Head, Database Services and Infrastructure - NF5**

Remote, USA Full-time Posted 2025-11-03

Join the Marine Corps Community Services Team as a Senior Section Head, Database Services and Infrastructure

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Section Head, Database Services and Infrastructure to lead our Database Administration Section within the Infrastructure and Enterprise Services Branch, Chief Information Officer (CIO). As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for establishing, supporting, and maintaining all databases for our business and support software systems and web solutions. This is a unique opportunity to work with a team of bright and motivated professionals in a 100% remote work environment.

About Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS)

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team-oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors, and volunteers who work together to keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the Database Administration Section within Infrastructure and Enterprise Services Branch, CIO
  • Establish, support, and maintain all databases for business and support software systems and web solutions
  • Lead a team of Database Administrators to design, develop, and deploy multiple database solutions
  • Perform complex design, development, and deployment of multiple database solutions for various system architectures
  • Perform physical and logical data modeling, creation, normalization, loading, performance tuning, cybersecurity, and monitoring of databases
  • Manage and ensure availability, reliability, and security of all data and metadata throughout life cycles of all software systems
  • Lead efforts to install, upgrade, patch, configure, tune, test, document, backup, and recover databases
  • Develop long-range plans to meet MCCS Enterprise IT strategic and budget objectives
  • Coordinate with IT Management and collaborate with other IT teams and business functions
  • Secure database servers and databases in accordance with NIST and DISA STIG guidelines
  • Work with Cybersecurity and application owners to conduct assessment and authorization activities
  • Document and implement Database server/Database STIGs controls, SOP, and configuration documents
  • Perform data and business process analysis in support of CIO process improvement activities
  • Evaluate third-party software to determine compatibility with existing operating systems and applications
  • Participate in budget planning for IT projects and IT operations
  • Supervise full-performance employees, including assigning work, coaching, counseling, and mentoring

Requirements

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
  • Five years of experience in a Senior Database Administrator position with progressively technical experience in database administration, design, development, tuning, testing, and maintenance
  • Two years of supervisory experience
  • OR a Bachelor's degree in any discipline with 10 years of experience in a Senior Database Administrator position

Skills and Competencies

  • Working knowledge in Relational Database Management System (RDBMS) data architecture
  • Working knowledge in Oracle RDBMS and MS SQL Server DBA skills
  • Experience with building, hosting, and troubleshooting databases on Windows and Unix/Linux Operating Systems (OS)
  • Understanding of Cloud Database technologies and topologies
  • Knowledge of data/database security, applications, and Cloud technologies
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
  • Ability to work with people at all levels of the organization
  • Understanding of IT operations, IT service, and IT project management
  • Ability to guide, coach, and mentor teams
  • Strong team building and organizational development skills

Benefits and Compensation

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Competitive salary: $120,000 - $140,000 per year
  • Stability of Federal Civilian Service
  • Quality of Work Life Balance
  • Comprehensive Benefit Packages
  • Marine Corps Exchange and Base Facility Privileges

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

As a Senior Section Head, Database Services and Infrastructure, you will have opportunities to:

  • Develop your skills and expertise in database administration and leadership
  • Work with a team of experienced professionals
  • Contribute to the success of Marine Corps Community Services
  • Take advantage of training and development opportunities

Work Environment and Company Culture

We offer a:

  • 100% remote work environment
  • Team-oriented and collaborative culture
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunity to make a difference in the lives of Marines and their families

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and experienced database administrator looking for a new challenge, please apply now! We look forward to hearing from you.

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