AWS Database Administrator

Job highlights
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Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent work experience
5+ years of database administration, focusing on AWS database technologies
Must be a U.S. Citizen (and non-dual citizenship) with the ability to obtain and maintain a government suitability clearance
In-depth knowledge of AWS database services, such as Amazon RDS, Amazon Aurora, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon Redshift, etc
Experience with PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, and Oracle
Experience with infrastructure as code tools such as Cloud Formation, Terraform, CDK,
Strong understanding of network and internet protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, SMTP, and HTTP
Proficiency in SQL and other database technologies, with the ability to write and optimize complex queries
Familiarity with data security and privacy best practices, including encryption, access controls, and compliance requirements
Experience with database backup and recovery strategies, including point-in-time and disaster recovery solutions
Self-motivated and proactive, with excellent organization and time management skills
Strong written and oral communication skills to interact with business and technology teams
Strong understanding and experience operating in an agile development environment
Min Citizenship Status Required: Must be a U.S. Citizen
Physical Requirements: No Physical requirement needed for this position
US citizenship may be required for some positions
Benefits
We offer a variety of perks and benefits that help meet various interests and needs, while still having the opportunity to work directly with several of our award-winning, Fortune 1000 clients
Convenience/Concierge - Virtual visits through health insurance, pet insurance, commuter benefits, discount tickets for movies, travel, and many other items to provide convenience
Development - Annual performance management, continuing education, and tuition assistance, internal job opportunities along with career enrichment and advancement to help each employee with their professional and personal development
Financial - Generous 401k matches both pre-tax and post-tax (ROTH) contributions along with financial wellness education, EAP, Life Insurance and Disability help provide financial stability for each DMI employee
Recognition - Great achievements do not go unnoticed by DMI through Annual Awards ceremony, service anniversaries, peer-to-peer acknowledgment, employee referral bonuses
Wellness - Healthcare benefits, Wellness programs, Flu Shots, Biometric screenings, and several other wellness options
Responsibilities
Monitor and optimize the performance of AWS databases, including proactive identification and resolution of issues to maintain high availability and performance
Implement and maintain database backup and recovery strategies, ensuring data integrity and minimizing downtime in case of failures
Design, develop, and implement databases in AWS cloud environments, aligning with scalability, security, and performance best practices
Perform data migrations from existing databases to ASWS, ensuring seamless transitions and data integrity
Setup and maintain database replication for high availability and disaster recovery purposes
Establish and enforce database security measures, including access controls, encryption, and data privacy best practices
Create and manage user accounts, permissions, and roles following the organization's security policies and requirements
Develop and execute database scripts to automate routine tasks and streamline operations
Monitor and analyze database activity, identify trends, and optimize query performance and resource utilization
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support application development, troubleshoot database related issues, and provide technical guidance
Stay updated with the latest AWS database technologies, tools, and best practices, continuously evaluating their potential impact to our database environment
Maintain technical system documentation as needed for audits and compliance
Provide guidance, thought leadership, and mentorship to team members
Work with the project teams in support of creating and participating in building customer briefings
Facilitate customer briefings inclusive of putting together materials and presentations
Job description
AWS Database Administrator

Job ID

2024-27163

Category

AWS Cloud

Location

US-Remote

About DMI

DMI is a leading global provider of digital services working at the intersection of public and private sectors. With broad capabilities across IT managed services, cybersecurity, cloud migration and application development, DMI provides on-site and remote support to clients within governments, healthcare, financial services, transportation, manufacturing, and other critical infrastructure sectors. DMI has grown to over 2,100+ employees globally and has been continually recognized as a Top Workplace in both regional and national categories.

About the Opportunity

DMI, LLC is seeking a AWS Database Administator to join us.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Monitor and optimize the performance of AWS databases, including proactive identification and resolution of issues to maintain high availability and performance.
• Implement and maintain database backup and recovery strategies, ensuring data integrity and minimizing downtime in case of failures.
• Design, develop, and implement databases in AWS cloud environments, aligning with scalability, security, and performance best practices.
• Perform data migrations from existing databases to ASWS, ensuring seamless transitions and data integrity.
• Setup and maintain database replication for high availability and disaster recovery purposes.
• Establish and enforce database security measures, including access controls, encryption, and data privacy best practices.
• Create and manage user accounts, permissions, and roles following the organization's security policies and requirements.
• Develop and execute database scripts to automate routine tasks and streamline operations.
• Monitor and analyze database activity, identify trends, and optimize query performance and resource utilization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support application development, troubleshoot database related issues, and provide technical guidance.
• Stay updated with the latest AWS database technologies, tools, and best practices, continuously evaluating their potential impact to our database environment.
• Maintain technical system documentation as needed for audits and compliance.
• Provide guidance, thought leadership, and mentorship to team members.
• Work with the project teams in support of creating and participating in building customer briefings.
• Facilitate customer briefings inclusive of putting together materials and presentations.

Qualifications

Education and Years of Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of database administration, focusing on AWS database technologies.

Required and Desired Skills/Certifications:
• AWS Certification (e.g., Cloud Architect Associate, Database - Specialty, DevOps Engineer

Additional Requirements:
• Must be a U.S. Citizen (and non-dual citizenship) with the ability to obtain and maintain a government suitability clearance.
• In-depth knowledge of AWS database services, such as Amazon RDS, Amazon Aurora, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon Redshift, etc.
• Experience with PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, and Oracle.
• Experience with infrastructure as code tools such as Cloud Formation, Terraform, CDK,
• Strong understanding of network and internet protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, SMTP, and HTTP.
• Proficiency in SQL and other database technologies, with the ability to write and optimize complex queries.
• Familiarity with data security and privacy best practices, including encryption, access controls, and compliance requirements.
• Experience with database backup and recovery strategies, including point-in-time and disaster recovery solutions.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with excellent organization and time management skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills to interact with business and technology teams.
• Strong understanding and experience operating in an agile development environment.

Min Citizenship Status Required: Must be a U.S. Citizen

Physical Requirements: No Physical requirement needed for this position.

Location: Remote, US

Working at DMI

DMI is a diverse, prosperous, and rewarding place to work. Being part of the DMI family means we care about your wellbeing. We offer a variety of perks and benefits that help meet various interests and needs, while still having the opportunity to work directly with several of our award-winning, Fortune 1000 clients. The following categories make up your DMI wellbeing:
• Convenience/Concierge - Virtual visits through health insurance, pet insurance, commuter benefits, discount tickets for movies, travel, and many other items to provide convenience.
• Development - Annual performance management, continuing education, and tuition assistance, internal job opportunities along with career enrichment and advancement to help each employee with their professional and personal development.
• Financial - Generous 401k matches both pre-tax and post-tax (ROTH) contributions along with financial wellness education, EAP, Life Insurance and Disability help provide financial stability for each DMI employee.
• Recognition - Great achievements do not go unnoticed by DMI through Annual Awards ceremony, service anniversaries, peer-to-peer acknowledgment, employee referral bonuses.
• Wellness - Healthcare benefits, Wellness programs, Flu Shots, Biometric screenings, and several other wellness options.

Employees are valued for their talents and contributions. We all take pride in helping our customers achieve their goals, which in turn contributes to the overall success of the company. The company does and will take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, and to treat qualified individuals without discrimination based on their physical or mental disability or veteran status. DMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Veterans/Disability. DMI maintains a drug-free workplace.
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