Washington, DC metro area (hybrid/remote considered)
About the Role
We’re hiring a Data Operations Specialist (DBA) to operate and maintain a hybrid cloud data environment for a federal government client — AWS pipelines, relational databases, and a public-facing open data portal — ensuring stability, reliability, and security of production systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain established AWS-based workflows (Lambda, Glue, Step Functions, Redshift, RDS Postgres, SQL, S3, and related data services)
- Perform ongoing database administration: tuning, patching, backup/restore, and general maintenance
- Manage an open data portal and data catalog (e.g., CKAN); ensure accurate, timely dataset publication and support new visualizations
- Monitor platform health, logging, and alerts; perform initial incident triage and response
- Maintain and update SOPs, runbooks, and operational documentation on a regular cadence
- Provide end-user support and training on database access, credentials, and data usage tools
- Deliver regular SLA performance reports covering pipeline success rates, incident summaries, data availability, and operational metrics
Required Qualifications
- 3–7+ years administering Amazon Redshift, RDS (PostgreSQL or SQL Server), or comparable managed data stores
- Experience with routine DBA tasks: backup/restore, tuning, patching, and performance optimization
- Experience supporting production data warehouses and resolving performance issues
- Experience designing or maintaining relational schemas, indexes, and partition strategies
- Proficiency in SQL; familiarity with Python or similar scripting for operational automation
- Experience in a government or regulated environment with SLA-driven deliverables
Preferred Certifications
- AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate
- AWS Certified Data Engineer – Associate
- AWS Certified Security – Specialty
Additional Requirements
Must be able to pass a federal background investigation prior to starting work and maintain eligibility throughout the engagement.
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