AWS Database Architect - Cleared

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About the Role
Triple-S is seeking a skilled AWS Database Architect to design, implement, optimize, and maintain cloud-native database solutions in AWS. This role is responsible for ensuring high availability, performance, scalability, and security of enterprise data platforms. The ideal candidate has strong experience with AWS-managed database services and a deep understanding of database architecture, performance tuning, and operational excellence in cloud environments. The position is 100% onsite and full-time, Monday-Friday with standard office hours.
Responsibilities
Experience working in C2E/C2S AWSDesign and implement scalable, secure, and highly available database architectures in AWSDeploy and manage AWS database services including Amazon RDS (PostgreSQL), Aurora, DynamoDBPerform database performance tuning, query optimization, and capacity planningImplement backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies (Multi-AZ, cross-region replication, snapshots)Manage database migrations to AWS using tools such as AWS DMS and SCTConfigure monitoring and alerting using CloudWatch, Enhanced Monitoring, Performance Insights, and third-party toolsAutomate database provisioning and configuration using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, AWS CDK Python)Implement database security best practices including encryption (KMS), IAM authentication, role-based access controls, and network isolationSupport data replication, ETL integrations, and data warehouse solutionsTroubleshoot production database issues and provide root cause analysisMaintain documentation for architecture, operational procedures, and compliance requirements
Qualifications
Must possess an active Security Clearance3+ years of experience in database engineering or database administrationStrong hands-on experience with Amazon RDS and/or AuroraExperience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, Oracle)Strong SQL skills and understanding of indexing, query execution plans, and performance tuningExperience with backup and disaster recovery strategiesBasic understanding of AWS networking concepts (VPC, subnets, security groups)Experience implementing encryption at rest and in transitProficiency in scripting (Python, Bash)Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools
Preferred Skills
xzbcwsv Experience with DynamoDB and NoSQL database designExperience with Amazon Redshift or other data warehouse platformsKnowledge of database migration strategies and modernization approachesExperience with cross-account and cross-region database architecturesFamiliarity with high-compliance environments (NIST, SOC 2, HIPAA, etc.)AWS certifications (AWS Certified Database – Specialty, Solutions Architect, etc.)
Equal Employment OpportunityStatera Systems Solutions LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law.