Full-Time

AWS Database Administrator

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Harmonia

Harmonia

201-500 employees

Provides IT solutions for federal agencies

Government & Public Sector
Enterprise Software
Social Impact
Cybersecurity

Senior

No H1B Sponsorship

Washington, DC, USA + 2 more

More locations: Virginia, USA | Maryland, USA

Role is primarily remote but requires on-site visits to Washington DC as needed.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
DevOps & Infrastructure
Database Administration
Required Skills
MySQL
Postgres
AWS
Oracle
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in database administration, focusing on AWS database technologies
  • Proven experience as a DBA with expertise in Oracle and MS SQL server databases
  • In-depth knowledge of AWS database services, such as Amazon RDS, Amazon Aurora, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon Redshift, etc.
  • Strong understanding of the various database platforms running on EC2 and how to use cloud formation and AWS CLI for deploying, managing, and automating these database environments
  • Demonstrated experience with migrating on-premises databases to AWS
  • Utilize AWS CloudWatch and other monitoring tools to ensure database health, performance, and to automate scaling and notifications
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
  • Familiarity with data security and privacy best practices, including encryption, access controls, and compliance requirements
  • Experience with database backup and recovery strategies, including point-in-time and disaster recovery solutions
  • Self-motivated and proactive, with excellent organizational and time management skills
  • AWS or relevant database/security certifications (e.g., Oracle Certified Professional, AWS Certified Solutions Architecture Professional, AWS Certification – Database – Specialty, Security+ CE, etc.)
  • Citizenship – Must be a US Citizen
  • Clearance – Preference will be given to candidates with Top Secret clearance
Responsibilities
  • Manage and optimize Oracle and MS SQL databases
  • Extensive experience with AWS managed databases including RDS, Aurora and Redshift
  • Deep understanding of database failover and recovery, backups, migration of on-premises databases to AWS, and proficiency with AWS CloudWatch
  • Passionate about ensuring database performance, availability, and security
  • Handle data warehouses
  • Strong understanding of various RDS platforms (MySQL, Oracle, Postgres, Aurora, SQL server) and how to use cloud formation and AWS CLI for deploying, managing, and automating these database environments
  • Implement and design High availability and disaster recovery solutions in AWS
  • Support security audits
  • Ensure database security measures are in place, including access controls and audit logging
  • Provide high-level support for complex database issues, including troubleshooting and resolving database integrity issues, performance issues, blocking and deadlocking issues, replication issues, log shipping issues, etc.
  • Lead migration projects from on-premises databases to AWS, including planning, execution, and validation of database migrations and upgrades

Harmonia Holdings Group, LLC provides IT solutions specifically designed for federal agencies to improve their operational efficiency. The company offers a range of services including software development, data analytics, and cybersecurity, which are tailored to meet the unique needs of its clients. Harmonia's approach involves leveraging new technologies to help federal agencies navigate the challenges of limited budgets. Unlike many competitors, Harmonia focuses exclusively on the federal sector, ensuring that its solutions are specifically crafted for government needs. The company's goal is to enhance the effectiveness of federal operations while also committing to social responsibility, as evidenced by its significant charitable contributions and support for veteran employment initiatives.

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Venture Capital)

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Blacksburg, Virginia

Founded

2006

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for AI-driven solutions in federal IT projects boosts Harmonia's market potential.
  • Partnership with R3 Corda aligns with growing interest in blockchain for secure data management.
  • Federal budget increases for IT modernization offer new contract opportunities for Harmonia.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging IT firms in federal contracts pose a threat to Harmonia's market share.
  • Rapid technological advancements may outpace Harmonia's integration capabilities, risking obsolescence.
  • Reliance on government contracts exposes Harmonia to risks from federal budget cuts.

What makes Harmonia unique

  • Harmonia specializes in innovative IT solutions for the federal sector since 2006.
  • The company focuses on software development, data analytics, and cybersecurity services.
  • Harmonia's commitment to social responsibility includes $5 million in charitable donations since 2015.

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