AWS Database Architect - Cleared
statera systems solutionsBethesda (MD)
AWS Database Architect - Cleared
Posted 8 days ago
statera systems solutionsBethesda (MD)
SENIORITY
Lead
About the role
About the Role:
Triple-S is seeking a skilled AWS Database Architect to design, implement, optimize, and maintain cloud-native database solutions in AWS. This role is responsible for ensuring high availability, performance, scalability, and security of enterprise data platforms. The ideal candidate has strong experience with AWS-managed database services and a deep understanding of database architecture, performance tuning, and operational excellence in cloud environments. The position is 100% onsite and full-time, Monday-Friday with standard office hours.
Responsibilities:
Experience working in C2E/C2S AWS Design and implement scalable, secure, and highly available database architectures in AWS Deploy and manage AWS database services including Amazon RDS (PostgreSQL), Aurora, DynamoDB Perform database performance tuning, query optimization, and capacity planning Implement backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies (Multi-AZ, cross-region replication, snapshots) Manage database migrations to AWS using tools such as AWS DMS and SCT Configure monitoring and alerting using CloudWatch, Enhanced Monitoring, Performance Insights, and third-party tools Automate database provisioning and configuration using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, AWS CDK Python) Implement database security best practices including encryption (KMS), IAM authentication, role-based access controls, and network isolation Support data replication, ETL integrations, and data warehouse solutions Troubleshoot production database issues and provide root cause analysis Maintain documentation for architecture, operational procedures, and compliance requirements
Qualifications:
Must possess an active Security Clearance 3+ years of experience in database engineering or database administration Strong hands-on experience with Amazon RDS and/or Aurora Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, Oracle) Strong SQL skills and understanding of indexing, query execution plans, and performance tuning Experience with backup and disaster recovery strategies Basic understanding of AWS networking concepts (VPC, subnets, security groups) Experience implementing encryption at rest and in transit Proficiency in scripting (Python, Bash) Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools
Preferred Skills:
Experience with DynamoDB and NoSQL database design Experience with Amazon Redshift or other data warehouse platforms Knowledge of database migration strategies and modernization approaches Experience with cross-account and cross-region database architectures Familiarity with high-compliance environments (NIST, SOC 2, HIPAA, etc.) AWS certifications (AWS Certified Database – Specialty, Solutions Architect, etc.)
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Statera Systems Solutions LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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