Mid-Level Database Architect

ZipRecruiter; Stafford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

JRAD is hiring a Mid-Level Database Architect to design and maintain scalable databases for enterprise systems. The role involves collaborating with teams for data integration, performance optimization, and enforcing security policies, while also offering comprehensive employee benefits.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in database architecture, development, or administration.
• Current experience with TSA's Security Technology Integration Program (STIP) required.
• Understanding of database security best practices and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement logical and physical database structures for enterprise applications.
• Create, tune, and monitor database objects such as tables, views, and indexes.
• Optimize SQL queries and database configurations for high availability and performance.

Skills

SQL

Data Integration

Performance Optimization

Data Security

Data Modeling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

Tools

Oracle

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Amazon RDS

Azure SQL

Google Cloud SQL

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

JRAD is seeking candidates for a Mid-Level Database Architect is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, high-performance databases and data models that support enterprise systems. The role includes data integration, performance optimization, and enforcing data governance and security policies. This position works closely with application developers, data analysts, and system architects to support mission-critical operations and business intelligence initiatives.. The position is on site at TSA (Springfield, VA).

Roles/Responsibilities:

• Design and implement logical and physical database structures for enterprise applications and data warehouses.
• Develop and maintain data models, ER diagrams, and metadata repositories.
• Create, tune, and monitor database objects such as tables, views, indexes, stored procedures, and triggers.
• Optimize SQL queries and database configurations to ensure high availability and performance.
• Collaborate with software development teams to ensure proper integration and normalization of data.
• Implement and maintain data security standards, backup strategies, and disaster recovery plans.
• Support data migration, ETL processes, and integrations between heterogeneous data systems.
• Document database standards, architecture, and workflows in accordance with organizational and compliance requirements.
• Participate in database design reviews, capacity planning, and technology evaluations.
• Provide support and mentoring to junior developers and database administrators.

Required Skills and Education:

Candidate must possess the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• 3–6 years of experience in database architecture, development, or administration.
• Current experience with TSA's Security Technology Integration Program (STIP) is required for this contract.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with RDBMS platforms such as Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or MySQL.
• Familiarity with cloud-based database services (e.g., Amazon RDS, Azure SQL, or Google Cloud SQL).
• Solid understanding of data modeling techniques and normalization standards.
• Experience with data integration tools (e.g., SSIS, Informatica, or Talend) and scripting (e.g., Python, Shell).
• Understanding of database security best practices and regulatory requirements (e.g., Experience with NoSQL or big data technologies (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, Hadoop).

Qualifications:

• Familiarity with DevOps pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, Liquibase).
• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate, Oracle Database SQL Certified Associate, or AWS Certified Database – Specialty
• Exposure to BI/reporting tools like Power BI, Tableau, or Looker.
• Experience with NoSQL or big data technologies (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, Hadoop).
• Active DoD 8570-compliant certification (e.g., Security+, CASP+, CISSP).
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS GovCloud, Azure Government.
• Familiarity with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet).
• Experience in DevSecOps or Infrastructure as Code (IaC) environments.
• Preference for Tier III help desk experience.

Security Clearance:

Candidate must:

• Be able to pass DHS suitability screening or DHS financial responsibility standards.
• Have or be eligible to receive a DHS Secret security clearance. Existing Secret Clearance is a plus.

When you work for JRAD you will never be just a number. We put people before profits!

JRAD is committed to the health and well-being of its employees. We offer more paid time off than the average company upon hire and the following benefits are available to all full-time employees:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical & dependent day care
• Insurance
• 401K Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement

JRAD is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The JRAD salary range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are many factors considered when determining the compensation provided in an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to position responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and contract terms and conditions.

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