Peraton · United States
Peraton is seeking a skilled Database Administrator to design, implement, and optimize cloud-native database solutions using AWS technologies. This role supports critical national security missions by ensuring data integrity, performance, and security across global operations. Ideal candidates will have deep expertise in SQL, AWS databases, and DevSecOps practices, with a proven track record in Agile environments and mission-critical systems.
What You Will Do
Develop and implement data ingestion solutions using AWS database and cloud-native technologies.
Design, administer, and optimize relational and NoSQL database environments, including Amazon RDS (PostgreSQL, Oracle), Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon Redshift, Amazon Athena, and Amazon S3.
Utilize AWS Database Migration Service (DMS) to migrate, replicate, and modernize database environments.
Research, evaluate, and recommend AWS data storage architectures and database technologies to support business and technical requirements.
Design, develop, test, deploy, and automate database solutions, including infrastructure and database build processes.
Develop automation and administrative scripts using Python and/or Bash.
Monitor database usage, performance, and capacity; conduct performance tuning and provide recommendations for system optimization.
Design and implement indexing strategies, replication, backup, and disaster recovery solutions across multiple AWS Regions.
Develop, test, implement, and maintain SQL code, stored procedures, database applications, and other database objects.
Design scalable, secure, and resilient data models supporting transactional, analytical, and hybrid workloads.
Design, build, and support cloud-based Data Lakes, Data Warehouses, and modern enterprise data platforms.
Lead the design and implementation of modern database architectures that support cloud migration and application modernization initiatives.
Maintain database security, access controls, and data integrity to protect organizational information assets.
Develop and enforce database administration policies, standards, procedures, and governance practices.
What We Are Looking For
Education: 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD or 12 years of experience in lieu of a degree
Clearance: Active Top Secret security clearance
Certification: Current CompTIA Security+ or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification required
Experience working in Agile software development environments
Experience with DevSecOps tools and practices, including GitLab, Artifactory, and SonarQube
Expert-level proficiency in SQL and experience administering relational and NoSQL database management systems
Strong understanding of database design, performance tuning, security, backup and recovery, and high-availability architectures
Strong analytical, problem-solving, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical teams
Must be local to the Washington DC Metro area
If you’re ready to join a mission-driven team that solves the most daunting challenges facing national security, apply today.