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Urgent! Senior Database Administrator - Remote / Telecommute Job Opening In Reston Virginia – Now Hiring CYNET SYSTEMS

Senior Database Administrator Remote / Telecommute



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Job Description:



Essential Functions:


  • 20% Implements designs and structure provided by Systems and Data Architects.

    Performs installation of complex, clustered and high-availability software and hardware environments in a timely manner in keeping with current release levels.

    Creates and maintains schedules for software maintenance and upgrades.

    Coordinates software user/acceptance testing activities for new installations and upgrade activities.


  • 20% Develop and implement techniques to prevent system problems, troubleshoot incidents to recover services and support root cause analysis

  • 20% Provides project management support regarding most technical aspects of implementing project release upgrades for assigned systems which includes: properly following a project life cycle, the development of project plans, completing all appropriate documentation and notifications in order to obtain resolution within the established timeframes.


  • 40% Design, implement, and maintain cloud-based database architectures to support enterprise applications and analytics.


  • Provision, configure, and manage RDS, Aurora, Cloud SQL, Cosmos DB, BigQuery, or other cloud-native DB services.


  • Perform migrations of on-premises or legacy databases to cloud environments.


  • Ensure high availability, disaster recovery, backup, and failover configurations are in place and tested.


  • Implement automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible.


  • Monitor and optimize database performance, tuning queries, indexes, and resource allocations.


  • Work closely with development, DevOps, and security teams to ensure data integrity, compliance, and access controls.


  • Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) of database incidents and implement preventive actions.


  • Maintain documentation and define database standards, operational procedures, and architecture guideline

  • Stay current with industry trends in cloud services, database engines, and automation strategies.



Qualifications:


  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

    The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.



Education Level:


  • Bachelor's Degree.



Education Details:


  • Computer Science or IT related field.


  • 7+ years of experience in database engineering or administration, with at least 4 years in cloud environments.


  • Strong expertise in PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, or SQL Server in cloud contexts.


  • Experience with NoSQL technologies (e.g., DynamoDB, MongoDB, Cassandra) is a plus.


  • Hands-on experience with cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.


  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and Git-based workflows.


  • Scripting skills in Bash, Python, or PowerShell.


  • Deep understanding of data security, encryption, IAM, and compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, FedRAMP).


  • Experience with monitoring tools like CloudWatch, Datadog, or Prometheus.



In Lieu of Education:


  • In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.



Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):


  • Knowledge of PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, or SQL Server and similar databases, Expert.


  • AWS certification or equivalent certification.


  • Familiarity with data pipelines and ETL frameworks (e.g., Apache Airflow, Glue).


  • Ability to communicate effectively with analysts, developers, tests, and project managers in both oral and written form., Advanced.


  • Ability to work minimal supervision., Advanced.


  • High-level of analytical and troubleshooting skills., Expert.


  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications., Advanced.


  • Knowledge of Structured Query Language (SL), Advanced.





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