Cloud7Works · 3 weeks ago
Database and Systems Administrator
United States
Contract
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
15+ years expCloud7Works is a leading provider of IT solutions for government entities. They are seeking an experienced Database Administrator (DBA) to support mission-critical federal systems by managing enterprise database environments, primarily using Microsoft SQL Server, and ensuring secure and high-performing database operations.
Hiring Manager
Iram Shah
Responsibilities
Plan, design, implement, and maintain enterprise database systems in AWS Cloud supporting production and lower environments
Administer Microsoft SQL Server environments in AWS Cloud, including security, tables, indexes, stored procedures, and maintenance jobs
Monitor database performance, analyze activity, tune queries, and optimize configurations
Develop and execute backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies
Implement high availability and redundancy solutions (clustering, mirroring, log shipping)
Perform database migrations, upgrades, and patch management
May assist with designing and maintaining data models, schemas, and database architecture documentation
Develop SQL reports, stored procedures, and support SSRS reporting environments
Conduct database health checks and produce architectural assessment reports
Identify and remediate security vulnerabilities; implement encryption, auditing, and access controls
Provide DBA support throughout the SDLC (requirements, design reviews, releases, and production support)
Troubleshoot production database and server performance issues
Ensure compliance with federal security regulations and Section 508 accessibility standards
Provide documentation, training, and knowledge transfer to internal staff
Coordinate with cross-functional IT teams and stakeholders
Provide after-hours and weekend support as needed, including support during planned maintenance windows, deployments, or issue resolution activities
Qualification
Required
Certified in AWS Database or similar certification
15+ years of experience as a Database Administrator or IT Specialist
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent professional experience
At least 4+ Years of experience with AWS
Strong expertise in Microsoft SQL Server 2014 and 2016
Experience with database security, backup and recovery, and performance tuning
Hands-on experience with clustered environments and high-availability solutions
Experience with database upgrades, migrations, and patching
Knowledge of data warehouse, data mart, and data lake architectures
Experience with SSRS and reporting server setup
Familiarity with data modeling, metadata, and schema design
Knowledge of federal data and security regulations
Ability to work independently as a technical subject matter expert
Strong documentation and communication skills
Benefits
A workplace that encourages growth, flexibility, and creativity
A company culture that champions inclusion, diversity, and overall employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership
Company
Cloud7Works
Cloud7Works is an SBA 8(a)–certified small business that helps federal agencies modernize mission-critical systems through secure cloud, data, AI, and enterprise architecture solutions.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase