AWS Database Architect for High Availability & Security

Rightdirectiontech; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is seeking an AWS Database Architect to design and maintain cloud-native database solutions in AWS. The role requires at least 3 years of experience in database engineering and an active Security Clearance. Responsibilities include implementing secure database architectures, managing AWS services like RDS and Aurora, and ensuring compliance in high-security environments. This is a full-time onsite position in Washington, DC, working Monday through Friday with standard office hours.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in database engineering or database administration.
• Must possess an active Security Clearance.
• Strong SQL skills and understanding of indexing, query execution plans.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable, secure, and highly available database architectures in AWS.
• Deploy and manage AWS database services including Amazon RDS and Aurora.
• Implement database security best practices including encryption and IAM authentication.

Skills

AWS-managed database services

Database architecture

Performance tuning

Operational excellence

Scripting (Python, Bash)

Tools

Amazon RDS

Aurora

DynamoDB

Terraform

AWS CDK Python

Job description

A technology solutions provider is seeking an AWS Database Architect to design and maintain cloud-native database solutions in AWS. The role requires at least 3 years of experience in database engineering and an active Security Clearance. Responsibilities include implementing secure database architectures, managing AWS services like RDS and Aurora, and ensuring compliance in high-security environments. This is a full-time onsite position in Washington, DC, working Monday through Friday with standard office hours.