Remote DBA with Secret Clearance - TekSynap USA — Columbus
Traveler-Friendly Insight
This role is not suitable for location-independent digital nomads. While listed as "remote," it carries strict requirements that make it incompatible with a traveling lifestyle:
- U.S. Citizenship required — only American citizens may apply.
- Active Secret (IT-II / Tier 3) security clearance — this clearance is issued and maintained under U.S. federal oversight, and working from foreign countries would likely jeopardize or violate clearance terms.
- Approved states list — you must reside in one of ~38 specified U.S. states; no international or even all-U.S. state flexibility is permitted.
- Periodic on-site presence at Fort Belvoir, Virginia (National Capitol Region) is required, ruling out slow-travel arrangements far from the DC metro area.
Schedule: Day shift, Monday–Friday (U.S. Eastern time implied given the Fort Belvoir requirement), with potential evening/weekend on-call. This is a fixed-hours, U.S.-anchored role.
If you're a nomadic DBA looking for true location flexibility, seek roles with companies that do not require federal security clearances and are open to international or fully distributed teams without state/country restrictions.
Headquarters: Mosfiloti, Cyprus
URL: https://www.teksynap.com/
Responsibilities & Qualifications
We are seeking an Application Database Administrator.
Required Qualifications
Experience
- Five (5) years of progressive experience with database query languages such as Oracle, PL/SQL, SQL Server, and MS Access.
- Three (3) years of hands-on experience and expertise in Database Schema management, including capability to work on various operating systems and additional programming languages.
- Experience on at least two projects in a large organization responsible for administering, operating, maintaining, and securing a large-scale computer database.
- Demonstrated experience supporting government agencies, customers, or contracts within federal environments — including the Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Civil agencies, and military organizations. Prior experience supporting the same or similar contract, with an in-depth understanding of the customer environment, requirements, and operational landscape, is highly desirable.
Certifications
- IAT II or Oracle Certified Associate, or an equivalent vendor certification.
Clearance
- Secret, IT-II (Tier 3)
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Location: Remote, with periodic on-site support at Fort Belvoir or other locations in the National Capitol Region.
- Type of environment: Remote
- Noise level: Low
- Work schedule: Day shift, Monday–Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
- Travel: Less than 10%
Approved States for Remote Work:
AL, AK, AZ, AR, CT, DE, FL, GA, ID, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MI, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NM, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WV, WI, WY.
Work Authorization / Security Clearance
- U.S. Citizen required
- Secret – IT-II (Tier 3) clearance required
Compensation
Target salary range: $105,000 – $170,000. The salary range displayed is an estimate and will be determined based on factors including the individual's education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements. The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package.
Physical Demands
The employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, and touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to lift up to 10 lbs regularly, up to 25 lbs frequently, and up to 50 lbs occasionally. Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Additional Information
TekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need for a comprehensive, well-planned information management environment. Apply now to explore jobs with us at www.TekSynap.com.
We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time, and holidays.
TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
By applying to a role at TekSynap, you are providing consent to receive text messages regarding your interview and employment status. If at any time you would like to opt out of text messaging, respond "STOP". As part of the application process, you agree that TekSynap Corporation may retain and use your name, e-mail, and contact information for purposes related to employment consideration.
Equal Employment Opportunity: TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For accommodation requests, contact [email protected].
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