Senior Database Administrator

Fusion Technology LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Database Administrator to manage and optimize database systems, particularly with Amazon Aurora Postgres and DynamoDB. This role encompasses operational and developmental responsibilities, ensuring high performance and security across large-scale architectures. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in database administration, experience with cloud infrastructure, and a knack for problem-solving in a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about database management and eager to contribute to mission-critical projects, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401K matching program

Comprehensive healthcare plan

Vision and dental plans

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Personal leave

Paid certifications and training

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience as a Database Administrator in large-scale environments.
• Active DOD Secret security clearance is required.
• Familiarity with cloud infrastructure and database management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee routine maintenance, patching, and upgrades for database systems.
• Implement security measures and monitor database performance.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure smooth database connections.

Skills

Database Administration

PostgreSQL

SQL

Shell Scripting

DevOps Practices

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

AWS

Jira

Bitbucket

Confluence

Bamboo

Jenkins

CloudFormation

AWS CloudWatch

Datadog

Job description

Who is Fusion Technology?

Fusion Technology is a performance-driven HUBZone Small Business concern residing in the heart of the beautiful mountainsides of West Virginia, steps away from the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Criminal Justice Information Services Division's Headquarters. Founded in 2007 by an Engineer-by-trade, Fusion Technology dedicates our valuable resources to providing comprehensive IT services and solutions to mission-critical US Government programs and the Intel Community.

Who are you?

Security-cleared Professional: You have made it through the process of receiving a United States government security clearance - congratulations! We know you are a trustworthy intel professional because you have an active DOD Secret security clearance.

Education is important to us: You have a Bachelor's Degree with 6-8 years of experience.

Experience is important to us:

• Experience as a Database Administrator with a focus on Aurora Postgres or PostgreSQL in large-scale, enterprise environments (create and run queries, monitor health, install system patches, create reports, add users, reset passwords, etc.).
• Experience with SQL
• Familiar with infrastructure code
• Knows Atlassian suite to include Jira, Bitbucket, Confluence Bamboo or Jenkins
• Strong skills with Shell Scripting or Bash, experience related to automation and line experience is required.
• Proficiency in database maintenance, patching, security best practices, connection protocols, troubleshooting, and backup/recovery strategies.
• Strong experience with database tuning, query optimization, and performance monitoring tools.
• Experience with DevOps practices and automation of database tasks (scripting, CI/CD pipelines).
• Familiarity with cloud infrastructure (preferably AWS) and hands-on experience in managing databases in a cloud environment to include CLI, CloudFormation, RDS, Auora, EC2, and etc.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Nice to have skills include: Python, AWS certification, DynamoDB, Oracle certification (OCP), PL/PGSQL or PL/SQL

What you'll do:

The DBA will work extensively with Amazon Aurora Postgres and Amazon DynamoDB, handling both the operational and developmental aspects of database management. The role involves working with cross-functional teams, maintaining high performance, and ensuring data security across complex, large-scale architectures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee routine patching, maintenance, and upgrades to ensure system integrity and reliability.
• Implement patch management strategies to address security vulnerabilities and performance improvements.
• Implement robust security measures for database systems, including encryption, authentication protocols, access control, and regular auditing.
• Monitor and analyze database performance, identifying areas for improvement.
• Apply tuning techniques for query optimization, indexing strategies, and resource management to enhance overall performance.
• Address database slowdowns, perform root cause analysis, and apply corrective actions to maintain optimal performance.
• Develop and manage database backup strategies, including automated snapshotting and disaster recovery plans.
• Ensure high availability and reliability by creating scalable recovery solutions for both Aurora Postgres and DynamoDB.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure smooth database connections in microservice architectures.
• Manage different database connection protocols, such as JDBC, ODBC, and other integration methods, to support various applications.
• Troubleshoot connection issues across development, testing, and production environments.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate database management into CI/CD pipelines and automate routine database tasks such as backups, replication, and deployment through scripting and DevOps tools.
• Use performance monitoring tools (e.g., AWS CloudWatch, Datadog) to proactively track and manage database health.
• Generate reports on system usage, performance metrics, and security compliance.
• Work with cross-functional teams, including development, security, and operations teams, to support enterprise-level applications.
• Engage with stakeholders to align database solutions with organizational goals and future scaling needs.

What matters to you matters to us.

Fusion Technology values its employees and works hard to ensure proper care for them and their families. We desire to compensate employees in a competitive, motivational, fair, and equitable way with other employers in the marketplace. Salary is only one component of employee compensation but an integral part of recruiting and retaining qualified employees. However, at Fusion Technology, we take a comprehensive approach and consider each employee's needs to tailor a compensation plan that provides financial security and peace of mind. Our competitive package includes a best-in-class matching 401K program, a comprehensive healthcare plan through Cigna, a competitive employer contribution to a health savings account, vision and dental plans, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and personal leave, in addition to paid certifications and training.

Fusion Technology LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.