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Yudrio, Inc

PostgreSQL DBA

Washington, DC · Remote

$56.75 - $70.75/hr

Remote REQUIRED SKILLS * Knowledge of PostgreSQL best practices * 5-7 years of progressive ... Experience/knowledge of backup/restore of large databases, including snapshot backup and ...

Yudrio, Inc

Greenplum DBA

New Carrollton, MD · Remote

$50 - $62.50/hr

Remote REQUIRED SKILLS * 5 years of hands-on experience with Greenplum * 5+ years of DBA experience ... backup/recovery, and configuration management. * Install database management systems (DBMS) and ...

Yudrio, Inc

DB2 Database Administrator

Arlington, VA · Remote

Arlington, VA or Remote Required Skills * IBM DB2 Database Management - P4 - Expert * IBM DB2 ... Backup and recovery fundamentals * Db2 native stored procedures * JCL (including IDCAMS and ...

Apex Systems

Database Administrator

Arlington, VA · Remote

$63 - $74/hr

Fully Remote Travel: Occasional travel (once per year) to Ft. Knox, KY Clearance: Must be eligible ... Implement and maintain backup, recovery, and disaster recovery solutions. * Support database ...

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How much do remote backup administrator jobs pay per hour?

As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote backup administrator in Reston, VA is $41.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $56.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Backup Administrator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Backup Administrator, you need expertise in data backup and recovery processes, knowledge of storage systems, and typically a degree in information technology or related certifications like CompTIA Server+ or Veeam Certified Engineer. Familiarity with backup software (e.g., Veeam, Acronis, Commvault), cloud storage platforms, and scripting languages for automation is highly valued. Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication skills set standout professionals apart in this role. These skills ensure data integrity, minimize downtime, and maintain business continuity for organizations relying on secure and reliable backup solutions.

What are some common challenges faced by Remote Backup Administrators, and how can they be addressed?

Remote Backup Administrators often encounter challenges such as managing backup failures due to network issues, ensuring data security during remote transmissions, and coordinating backup schedules across different time zones. Addressing these challenges typically involves implementing robust monitoring tools to promptly detect and resolve failures, utilizing secure encryption protocols for data transfers, and maintaining clear communication with onsite and remote teams. Staying current with best practices and regularly testing recovery processes also helps minimize downtime and ensure data integrity.

What are Remote Backup Administrators?

Remote Backup Administrators are IT professionals responsible for managing and maintaining backup systems and data recovery processes from a remote location. They ensure that critical data is securely backed up, regularly tested, and available for restoration in the event of data loss or system failure. Their duties often include monitoring backup jobs, troubleshooting issues, implementing backup policies, and ensuring compliance with data protection regulations. This role is essential for organizations to safeguard their digital assets and minimize downtime.

What is the difference between Remote Backup Administrator vs Data Backup Technician?

AspectRemote Backup AdministratorData Backup Technician
CertificationsCompTIA Server+, Cisco, or vendor-specific certificationsCompTIA A+, Data Management certifications
Work EnvironmentRemote, IT teams, data centersOn-site or remote, data centers, IT departments
ResponsibilitiesManaging backup systems, troubleshooting, ensuring data integrityPerforming backups, hardware setup, basic troubleshooting
Industry UsageIT, cloud services, enterprise data managementIT support, data centers, small to medium businesses

The Remote Backup Administrator focuses on managing and maintaining backup systems remotely, ensuring data security and integrity across enterprise environments. In contrast, Data Backup Technicians typically perform the physical or basic backup tasks, often on-site or in smaller setups. Both roles require similar certifications but differ in scope and responsibilities, with the administrator handling more complex management tasks.

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PostgreSQL Database Administrator

Niyam IT, Inc.

Ashburn, VA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

About Niyam IT (Niyam)

Niyam was founded in 2007 by a group of consultants who shared a unique vision: a technology company steeped in orderly process yet driven by passion and innovation. Over the following decade, we fine-tuned our craft and built an impressive track record of successful outcomes, securing our reputation as the go-to provider of smart, innovative solutions.


Today, Niyam is at the forefront of the industry, leading the way in crafting mission-critical technologies for Emergency Preparedness & Response, Natural Resource Management, Law Enforcement & Justice, Health IT, and Global Citizen Services.


What We Offer:

  • Flexible Work Hours: Life doesn't always fit into a 9-to-5 schedule. We offer flexibility to help you manage your work-life balance effectively.
  • Remote Work: Niyam understands the value of flexibility. We offer remote work.
  • Career Growth: Niyam is not just a job; it's a career journey. We provide a supportive environment for your professional development and offer fully paid opportunities for training and advancement within the company.
  • Great People: Our people are the blueprint of who Niyam is to the industry and community.
  • Great Environment: Niyam fosters a great environment where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive.
  • Diversity & Inclusion: We believe in the strength of diverse perspectives. Your unique ideas are welcomed and celebrated every day at Niyam.


Join us in creating a workplace where innovation, diversity, and well-being thrive. Your journey at Niyam awaits. Apply today!


Niyam is seeking a PostgreSQL Database Administrator to join our team in support of our work with a federal client. We offer competitive compensation and benefits. We are seeking a PostgreSQL Database Administrator to support a mission-critical federal environment, responsible for designing, building, and maintaining robust database solutions across on-premise and AWS cloud platforms. In this role, you will develop and manage logical and physical data models, perform database upgrades, and ensure high availability, backup, and recovery for RDS/Aurora environments. You will collaborate closely with application, security, and infrastructure teams to support operations, troubleshoot performance issues, and optimize database efficiency using tools like AWS Performance Insights. The position also involves supporting ETL processes (including Informatica), writing triggers and functions, and leading data migration efforts-particularly from Oracle to PostgreSQL-using services such as AWS DMS. Additionally, you will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, participate in proof-of-concept efforts for emerging technologies, and help define database standards and best practices while supporting release management and on-call production operations.


Roles and Responsibilities

    • Build ERD, physical and logical data models.
    • Follow and establish DB standards.
    • Understand PostgreSQL architecture.
    • Upgrade PostgreSQL Databases.
    • Support the Functional Business, Application Development, and Security Technical Teams to provide O&M and Release Management support for landscape components.
    • Integrate and support cloud RDS Databases providing high availability backup.
    • Participate in the design activities consistent with enterprise standards and Agency priorities for continuous improvement (e.g.: Robotics Process Automation, Automated Testing, etc.) to deliver value-added solutions.
    • Participate proof of concept in new technologies.
    • Design, develop and implement approaches for historical data retention and archival storage backup and recovery solutions.
    • Work in a collaborative team environment with other operational (e.g. OS, DBA, network, security, etc.) team members to troubleshoot and optimize performance.
    • Write triggers and functions to support ETL.
    • Migrate data across heterogenous Databases.
    • Work on AWS services specifically AWS DMS, RDS, Lambda, S3.
    • Work on performance insight AWS service.
    • Work with Informatica ETL tool.


    Qualifications and Education Requirements:

    • US Citizenship with ability to obtain a Public Trust.
    • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Management Systems or a related discipline (equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of degree).
    • At least seven (7) years of technical experience.
    • Five (5)+ years of experience as Database Administrator and Developer in PostgreSQL and Oracle environments.
    • At least (2) Two years of AWS DMS service experience.
    • Familiarity with RDS upgrades.
    • Experience working on AWS performance insight.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to provide expertise to support application team.
    • Strong written communication skills to document implemented solutions or workarounds.
    • Good understanding of physical and logical data modeling.
    • Capable of working in a team environment and collaborating with other teams like platform support, developers, production support etc..
    • Experience utilizing performance monitoring tools to work with application developers to identify and correct inefficient database operations.
    • Database Migration experience strongly preferred, especially Oracle to PostgreSQL.
    • AWS RDS experience especially Aurora.
    • Experience working with AWS services such as S3 AND Lambda.
    • Strong programming background for writing triggers, functions and procedures.
    • Must be available for Production on-call support.


    Preferred Skills:

    • Local to Ashburn, VA and available to work onsite.
    • Proven experience with Oracle to PostgreSQL migrations using AWS DMS.
    • Strong background in performance tuning and query optimization in large-scale PostgreSQL environments.
    • Hands-on experience with AWS Aurora (PostgreSQL) in high-availability production environments.

    Application Deadline:This position will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.


    Niyam is an Equal Opportunity ("EEO") Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, disability, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.If you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability to complete your application, or if you face challenges using our online application system and need an alternative way to apply, please reach out to us at +1 703.429.2450 or email hr@niyamit.com.

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