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Database Administrator

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. * Proficiency in SQL scripting ... Azure Database Administrator Associate * AWS Database Specialty * Experience working in Agile/Scrum ...

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MySQL Cloud Database Administrator

Washington, DC · On-site

Database Admin Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Travel: No Minimum Clearance Required: None ... The position requires expertise in AWS MySQL, with strong hands-on experience in MySQL cluster (no ...

OEC

Sr DBA- Remote within the US

$51 - $70/hr

As a Senior Database Administrator, you will play a key role in shaping OEC's future database ... Lead database migrations to AWS managed services, including Amazon RDS for SQL Server and Aurora ...

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AZ-Database Administrator

Glendale, AZ · On-site

Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. * Proficiency in SQL scripting ... Azure Database Administrator Associate * AWS Database Specialty * Experience working in Agile/Scrum ...

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MySQL Cloud Database Administrator

Washington, DC · On-site

The position requires expertise in AWS MySQL, with strong hands-on experience in MySQL cluster (no ... The Senior DBA will drive database architecture, capacity planning, high availability design ...

Vertafore

Sr. Database Administrator

Denver, CO · On-site

$51.25 - $70.50/hr

AWS Certified professional with a strong focus on reliability engineering, operational excellence ... In addition, this document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than ...

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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract aws database administrator in the United States is $49.16, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38.46 and $59.13 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Aws Database Administrator vs Cloud Database Engineer?

AspectContract Aws Database AdministratorCloud Database Engineer
CertificationsAWS certifications, database-specific credentialsAWS certifications, cloud architecture, database certifications
Work EnvironmentContract roles, client sites, remote optionsProject-based, cloud platforms, remote or hybrid
Industry UsageIT, finance, healthcare, any industry using AWSTech, startups, enterprise, cloud-focused companies
Search & Comparison IntentYesNo

The Contract Aws Database Administrator primarily focuses on managing and maintaining AWS-based databases on a contractual basis, emphasizing database-specific skills. In contrast, a Cloud Database Engineer designs and implements cloud database solutions, often involving broader cloud architecture knowledge. Both roles require AWS certifications and work in cloud environments, but the DBA role is more operational, while the engineer role is more development-oriented.

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Senior Database Administrator (DBA)

DecisionPoint | Cortek

Remote

$51 - $70/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Overview
DecisionPoint seeks a Senior Database Administrator (DBA) to support secure, high-performance database operations within a large-scale federal and DoD-aligned mission environment. This role is responsible for enterprise database installation, patching, performance tuning, indexing design, high availability (HA) configurations, clustering, backup and recovery operations, and RMF control support across AU, AC, and SC control families.
The Senior DBA ensures the security, integrity, and reliability of mission-critical data systems while working closely with application development, cybersecurity, and infrastructure teams to support IL5-compliant environments.
This position is fully remote.
Duties & Responsibilities
The Senior Database Administrator (DBA) will:
  • Install, configure, and maintain enterprise database platforms across multiple environments.
  • Perform database patching, upgrades, schema updates, and configuration changes.
  • Design and optimize indexing strategies, query plans, and database structures to improve performance.
  • Implement and maintain High Availability (HA), clustering, replication, and failover capabilities.
  • Conduct performance tuning, diagnose bottlenecks, and resolve complex database issues.
  • Manage backup and recovery operations, ensuring data integrity and minimal downtime.
  • Support RMF security control families (AU, AC, SC) through logging, auditing, encryption, and access control configuration.
  • Apply STIGs, security patches, and DoD cybersecurity requirements to database systems.
  • Collaborate with developers on stored procedures, data modeling, and performance optimization.
  • Coordinate with cybersecurity teams to address vulnerabilities, scan results, and compliance artifacts.
  • Maintain operational documentation, configuration baselines, and database runbooks.
  • Provide technical support during deployments, release cycles, and environment refreshes.
  • Mentor junior DBAs and contribute to continuous improvement of database operations.

Qualifications
Clearance Requirement
Must hold an active Top Secret clearance, supported by a Tier 5 background investigation.
Education (Required)
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Database Administration, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline.
Experience (Required)
  • Minimum 10 years of experience as a Database Administrator in enterprise environments.
  • Experience with installation, patching, configuration, performance tuning, and indexing optimization.
  • Experience implementing HA, clustering, replication, or failover strategies.
  • Experience supporting RMF security controls, particularly AU, AC, and SC families.
  • Experience with database backup, restore, and disaster recovery practices.
  • Experience applying STIGs, security settings, and DoD cybersecurity requirements.

Technical Knowledge (Required)
  • Proficiency in relational database platforms (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, MySQL).
  • Strong SQL skills including query optimization and execution plan analysis.
  • Knowledge of database auditing, logging, encryption, and access control.
  • Familiarity with IL5 cloud database hosting patterns.
  • Experience using monitoring and performance analytics tools.

Technical Knowledge (Preferred)
  • Experience with automation, scripting, or Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
  • Familiarity with cloud-native database services (AWS RDS, Aurora, etc.).
  • Experience supporting CI/CD database integration.

Certifications
Required:
  • CompTIA Security+

Preferred:
  • Oracle, PostgreSQL, or SQL Server vendor certifications
  • AWS Database Specialty or AWS Security certifications
  • CISSP or CCSP

Skills
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for complex database issues.
  • Ability to manage high-availability environments and mission-critical data systems.
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills for technical coordination.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to secure, stable, and optimized database operations.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, distributed environment.

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
  • EEO and Affirmative Action Policy: DecisionPoint Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. It is the policy of DecisionPoint Corporation to provide equal employment opportunity in accordance with all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action laws, directives and regulations to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected status under Federal, State or Local laws.
  • Pay Transparency Policy: In accordance with Presidential Executive Order 13665, DecisionPoint Corporation will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
  • Authorization to Share Resume and Personal Information: By expressing your interest and submitting your resume for this position, you authorize DecisionPoint Corporation to share your resume, as well as personal information included on the resume, with its subsidiaries, affiliates and teaming partners for the purpose of considering you for this position and other available positions requiring comparable skills, education and experience. Should DecisionPoint Corporation. or its affiliates and teaming partners wish to initiate pre-employment discussions, you will be asked to complete an employment application and related employment documents.

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