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Objective Area Solutions · 1 month ago

Systems Engineer III – Database Engineering

positionUnited States
timeFull-time
remoteRemote
senioritySenior Level
date6+ years exp

Objective Area Solutions is seeking a Systems Engineer III to provide Cloud DevOps and Database Engineering support for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The role involves designing and managing cloud-based databases, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring secure operations of cloud resources.

ConsultingInformation TechnologyProfessional Services
badNo H1BnoteSecurity Clearance RequirednoteU.S. Citizen Onlynote

Responsibilities

Provide technical support for FAA cloud environments, including AWS, Azure, and hybrid systems
Design, implement, and manage cloud-based databases using AWS services such as Amazon RDS (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, SQL Server), Aurora, DynamoDB, and Redshift
Develop and deploy database schema changes and configurations via CI/CD pipelines using AWS CodePipeline, GitLab CI/CD, CodeBuild, or Jenkins
Respond to service desk tickets related to cloud services, networking, and DevOps tools
Troubleshoot user access issues, system connectivity problems, and application performance concerns
Implement automated backup, snapshot, and recovery procedures using AWS native tools and infrastructure-as-code platforms like Terraform and CloudFormation
Optimize database performance, scalability, and availability across cloud and hybrid environments; monitor metrics using CloudWatch, Datadog, or similar tools
Engineer secure database connectivity and encryption solutions in compliance with FAA and federal data protection standards
Assist with account management, role-based access control (RBAC), and security compliance
Document troubleshooting procedures, lessons learned, and standard operating procedures
Support system upgrades, migrations (including on-premises to cloud), and deployments under senior staff guidance
Integrate database operations into DevSecOps workflows, ensuring version control, testing automation, and continuous delivery
Coordinate with FAA teams to ensure reliable and secure operation of cloud resources

Qualification

AWSDatabase EngineeringDevOpsAzureTerraformCI/CDCloudFormationPostgreSQLMySQLOracleSQL ServerDynamoDBRedshiftGitLab CI/CDJenkinsCloudWatchDatadogSecurity ComplianceRole-Based Access ControlPublic Trust ClearanceIT Security CertificationsDocumentation

Required

Bachelor's degree in ANY field (HS diploma + 4 years of relevant experience may substitute for a bachelor's degree)
6-10 years of relevant experience in cloud infrastructure, DevOps, and database engineering
Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance (non-SSBI)
Must be a U.S. Citizen at the time of application

Preferred

Certifications in AWS, Azure, DevOps, or IT security are highly desirable

Company

Objective Area Solutions

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Objective Area Solutions offers air traffic management, engineering support, program management, and policy advisory services.
dateFounded in 2016
location
Arlington, Virginia, USA
people-size11-50 employees
web-link
https://www.objectivearea.com

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage

Leadership Team

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J.J. Stakem
Chief Executive Officer
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Tom Draffen
COO
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