Aws Database Administrator

Description

We are seeking a Senior Database Administrator Expert to lead enterprise database environments to AWS Cloud. The position requires expertise in AWS MySQL, with strong hands-on experience in MySQL cluster administration, PostgreSQL and SQL database technologies, including installation, configuration, maintenance, replication, backup/recovery, and performance tuning of enterprise database systems across both on-premises and AWS cloud environments. This role ensures the security, availability, reliability, and scalability of mission-critical PostgreSQL and MySQL databases supporting enterprise applications. The Senior DBA will drive database architecture, capacity planning, high availability design, disaster recovery strategies, automation of operational workflows, and enforcement of robust security practices across AWS environments. The candidate must be able to work independently and collaborate closely with stakeholders, application teams, and infrastructure engineers to streamline deployments, improve database reliability, and ensure consistent data operations across multiple environments. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills are essential. Must be able to multitask effectively and perform well under pressure in a fast-paced, high-urgency environment. Ability to prioritize competing tasks, manage multiple incidents concurrently, and maintain attention to detail in a high-tempo operations setting. Comfortable working under tight deadlines, handling frequent context switches, and remaining calm during critical production incidents. Job Responsibilities and Duties: Full time, on-site position at DOT Headquarters, Washington, DC. Provide in-person support several days per week, with availability for either the early shift (starting 7:00 AM) or late shift (ending 7:00 PM) as needed. Install, configure, and maintain enterprise-level PostgreSQL and MySQL database platforms and support infrastructure across on-premises and AWS cloud environments. Configure, manage, and optimize AWS database services including Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL, Amazon RDS for MySQL, Amazon Aurora, and MySQL Cluster environments. Plan and execute migrations of PostgreSQL and MySQL databases from on-premises environments to AWS cloud platforms (IaaS and PaaS). Design, implement, and maintain MySQL clustering, replication, failover, and high-availability solutions. Contribute to database architecture and capacity planning to ensure scalability, reliability, performance, and security. Design, implement, and maintain disaster recovery strategies for PostgreSQL and MySQL environments hosted on AWS. Monitor the performance, integrity, and security of all database platforms and investigate anomalies and production incidents. Perform routine database maintenance tasks including index optimization, query tuning, statistics updates, backups, and consistency checks. Plan and perform database upgrades, patching, and migrations for standalone, clustered, and cloud-hosted database servers. Oversee and lead migration projects, including lift-and-shift, modernization, and re-platforming efforts to AWS cloud environments. Manage database accounts, roles, and permissions according to least privilege and compliance requirements. Audit database activity and maintain comprehensive logs of configuration and schema changes for compliance and forensic analysis. Implement encryption, secure connectivity (TLS/SSL), and other security controls for data at rest and data in transit. Maintain detailed, version-controlled documentation for database environments, architecture diagrams, configurations, operational procedures, and runbooks. Generate regular reports on database performance, capacity growth, availability, and usage trends for stakeholders. Collaborate closely with development, infrastructure, cloud, and security teams to streamline deployments and accelerate incident resolution. Mentor junior DBAs and establish operational best practices for AWS database administration, automation, and cloud migration initiatives. Demonstrated success managing enterprise PostgreSQL and MySQL environments in hybrid (on-premises and AWS cloud) infrastructures. Proven expertise in planning and executing cloud migration projects with strong hands-on experience in AWS cloud platforms. Must be able to multitask effectively and perform well under pressure in a fast-paced, high-urgency environment while managing multiple priorities and production incidents concurrently. Required Education and Experience: AWS Certified Database Specialty, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or equivalent cloud/database certifications preferred. Strong expertise in PostgreSQL and MySQL administration across on-premises and AWS cloud environments. In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in PostgreSQL and MySQL installation, configuration, optimization, clustering, replication, backup/recovery, and ongoing maintenance. Proven ability to manage PostgreSQL and MySQL environments across multiple platforms including VMware, AWS EC2, Amazon RDS, Amazon Aurora, and on-premises infrastructure. Strong experience with MySQL Cluster, replication technologies, failover configurations, and high-availability database architectures. Capability to troubleshoot database performance issues, analyze execution plans, optimize SQL queries, and implement database performance tuning strategies. Experience implementing database security solutions including encryption, IAM integration, SSL/TLS, and secure access controls. Hands-on experience migrating PostgreSQL and MySQL clusters to AWS cloud environments, including assessments, planning, and providing technical recommendations. Experience with backup and recovery tools, monitoring solutions, automation scripting, and disaster recovery planning. Ability to participate in on-call rotations and perform mandatory maintenance activities during scheduled maintenance windows. Must have a minimum of 10 years of related experience as a database administrator, specializing in supporting SQL environment. Preferred skills and qualifications: Experience with Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL and Aurora MySQL highly preferred. Strong knowledge of AWS networking, storage, security, and infrastructure services supporting database environments. Experience automating database administration tasks using shell scripting, Python, Terraform, Ansible, or similar automation tools. Familiarity with DevOps, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD pipelines, and monitoring tools such as CloudWatch and Prometheus. Experience supporting large-scale, mission-critical enterprise database environments with strict uptime and performance requirements. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills in high-pressure production environments.

Skills

Database administrator, Sql, Postgresql, aws, Sql server, cloud, cloud migration, azure, mysql, mysql database

Top Skills Details

Database administrator,Sql,Postgresql,aws,Sql server,cloud,cloud migration,azure,mysql,mysql database

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Excellent communication skills

Experience Level

Expert Level

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Washington, DC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $62.50/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Washington,DC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 17, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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