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Senior Database Administrator

Avyanna Technologies

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a Senior Database Administrator (DBA) to manage, optimize, and secure enterprise database systems supporting a critical federal research IT environment. The Senior DBA will be responsible for the performance, availability, and integrity of multi-platform database environments and will serve as the subject matter expert for database architecture, administration, and compliance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Administer and optimize Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB, and PostgreSQL database environments in production and non-production tiers
  • Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and tune queries, indexes, storage, and memory configurations
  • Enforce database security controls including role-based access, encryption at rest and in transit, and audit logging in compliance with NIST 800-53
  • Support database lifecycle activities: patching, upgrades, migrations, and capacity planning
  • Collaborate with application and infrastructure teams to design schemas, stored procedures, and integration solutions
  • Develop and maintain database documentation, standard operating procedures, and disaster recovery plans
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
  • 6+ years of database administration experience across Oracle, SQL Server, and/or PostgreSQL
  • Strong proficiency in SQL, PL/SQL, and T-SQL
  • Experience with database security hardening and audit logging in a regulated or federal environment
  • Familiarity with NIST SP 800-53 controls applicable to database systems
Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a federal Public Trust background investigation (MBI or HBI). U.S. citizenship or permanent residency required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) or Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
  • Experience with cloud-hosted database services (AWS RDS, Aurora, Azure SQL)
  • Exposure to NoSQL databases (MongoDB, DynamoDB) in a hybrid environment
  • Experience supporting NIH, HHS, or federal research data environments

BENEFITS

Avyanna LLC offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and professional development support.

Avyanna LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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