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Aws Rds Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Cloud Solutions Architect

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$170K - $220K/yr

Demonstrate experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS) * Experience with EC2, RDS, S3, Elastic Load Balancer, Route 53, and Cloud Formation * Experience with Cloud security implementation of IAM roles ...

AWS Cloud Architect with Security Clearance

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$67 - $87.75/hr

Strong knowledge of AWS core services (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, VPC, IAM, CloudFormation) * Experience with infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation) * Proficiency in scripting or programming ...

Expertise in AWS services including ECS, Fargate, EC2, VPC, IAM, RDS, and S3. * Strong knowledge of AWS security best practices (IAM, KMS, encryption, VPN, Secrets Manager). * Experience with ...

Understanding of cloud database architectures and services, such as AWS RDS. * Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and database version control. * Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Understanding of cloud database architectures and services, such as AWS RDS. * Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and database version control. * Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Cloud Solutions Architect

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$65 - $89/hr

Demonstrate experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS) * Experience with EC2, RDS, S3, Elastic Load Balancer, Route 53, and Cloud Formation * Experience with Cloud security implementation of IAM roles ...

Demonstrated experience with database administration and scalability (AWS RDS, MySQL, Aurora) 13. Demonstrated experience with monitoring and alert systems (Datadog, Cloudwatch) 14. Basic proficiency ...

Cloud Solutions Architect

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$65 - $89/hr

... Services (AWS) 8. • Experience with EC2, RDS, S3, Elastic Load Balancer, Route 53, and Cloud Formation 9. • Experience with Cloud security implementation of IAM roles, security groups, and ...

Cloud Solutions Architect

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$65 - $89/hr

... Services (AWS) 8. • Experience with EC2, RDS, S3, Elastic Load Balancer, Route 53, and Cloud Formation 9. • Experience with Cloud security implementation of IAM roles, security groups, and ...

AWS Cloud Platform Architect

Mclean, VA · On-site

$66.50 - $87.25/hr

... RDS, Lambda, ECS/EKS, CloudFront, Route 53, CloudFormation, WorkSpaces, and Snowball. • Strong knowledge of cloud networking, including VPCs, VPNs, Direct Connect, load balancing, and secure ...

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Aws Rds information

What is an AWS RDS job?

An AWS RDS job typically involves managing and optimizing Amazon Relational Database Service (RDS) instances. Responsibilities may include database provisioning, performance tuning, backup and recovery, security management, and cost optimization. Professionals in this role often work with AWS services like CloudWatch, IAM, and VPC to ensure high availability and reliability of databases. Strong knowledge of SQL, database administration, and AWS best practices is usually required.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Aws Rds position, and why are they important?

To thrive in an AWS RDS (Relational Database Service) role, you need proficiency in cloud database management, SQL, and a strong understanding of AWS services, typically supported by a degree in computer science or related experience. Familiarity with AWS management tools, automation scripts, and certifications like AWS Certified Database – Specialty are highly valuable. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective collaboration skills are critical for managing incidents and optimizing performance. These competencies ensure efficient, secure, and reliable database operations in cloud environments.

What are some typical daily responsibilities for someone managing AWS RDS in an enterprise environment?

Day-to-day tasks for AWS RDS professionals often include monitoring database performance, applying security patches and updates, implementing backup and disaster recovery solutions, and troubleshooting incidents. You’ll also collaborate closely with application developers to optimize database queries, manage resource scaling, and ensure high availability. Periodic reviews of usage metrics and cost optimization are also important parts of the role. Being proactive and adaptable helps address evolving business and technical requirements in fast-paced, cloud-driven organizations.

Infographic showing various Aws Rds job openings in Virginia as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 98% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution.
Cloud Solutions Architect

Cloud Solutions Architect

XcelHR

Chantilly, VA • On-site

$170K - $220K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago


Job description

XcelHR is recruiting a Cloud Solutions Architect on behalf of government contracting client in the Northern Virginia area. This role will deliver human capital management technologies and services to the workforce, including data analytics that enable business decisions.


***This job requires an existing Top Secret Clearance and Polygraph***


Required Experience:

  • Citizenship: Must Be a US Citizen
  • Existing Clearance Required: Active Top Secret SCI with Poly
  • Demonstrated professional experience developing and implementing system upgrades.
  • Demonstrated experience identifying technical risks and risk mitigation strategies
  • Demonstrated experience providing Operations & Maintenance, Tier 1-3 Support
  • Demonstrated experience in integrating new learning approaches including Al, Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), mobile devices, and data analytics/analysis into systems architecture
  • Demonstrated experience in developing secure mis-attributable Internet based systems designed to mitigate user tracking concerns.
  • Design, implement, and maintain multi-tier PKI hierarchy to support encryption and authentication via Root and Subordinate CAs
  • Demonstrate experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS)
  • Experience with EC2, RDS, S3, Elastic Load Balancer, Route 53, and Cloud Formation
  • Experience with Cloud security implementation of IAM roles, security groups, and encryption (KMS) for data at rest and in transit.
  • Experience with managing cloud-based storage tools (S3 buckets, EBS volumes)
  • Demonstrated experience with system administration in Windows & Linux/Centos Server, and Apple macOS and IOS environment.
  • Demonstrated experience with database administration and scalability (AWS RDS, MySQL, Aurora)
  • Demonstrated experience with monitoring and alert systems (Datadog, Cloudwatch)
  • Basic proficiency with Ruby on Rails, Bash, and Python
  • Demonstrated experience with creating and updating procedures, and providing briefings/demos to users and management


Prefered Experience:

  • Demonstrated experience working in the DevSecOps environment
  • Demonstrated experience with Apple macOS and IOS Environment
  • Demonstrated experience moving systems through the accreditation and authorization (A&A) process and monitoring for compliance
  • Experience with Splunk tools and features for capturing logs in a hybrid on-prem/cloud environment
  • Experience with coding, O&M, Configuring Extron devices

Company Description

At XcelHR, our mission is to help business owners thrive. Our experienced team of professionals is dedicated to being a part of a business owner's toolkit, so they have the time to focus on what they love - their business. We pride ourselves on our service-oriented culture and our commitment to achieving and fulfilling our clients' needs and expectations. We are seeking individuals who desire to excel in a full-service organization.