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Sr Database Engineer
full-time•Reston
About this role
Job Title: Sr Database Engineer
Location: Reston, VA (Hybrid – 3x/Week)
Salary: DOE + full benefits
Clearance: Active Public Trust (or ability to obtain)
Overview:
TechSur Solutions is a digital services company whose mission is to enable digital transformation for our customers to improve quality and efficiency. Based in the DC metropolitan area, TechSur specializes in advanced cloud services, modernization for both IT structures and applications, leveraging Agile development, and Data Analytics. Since we were formed in August of 2016, we have supported multiple impactful and exciting government programs.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Senior Database Engineer with 8+ years of hands-on experience managing enterprise-scale databases in on-premises and cloud (AWS) environments. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Oracle (19c, RAC, RDS), strong experience with AWS Database Migration Services (DMS), and growing or proven experience with PostgreSQL. This role is responsible for database architecture, migrations, performance tuning, security, disaster recovery, and operational support across production, UAT, and development environments.
Responsibilities
- Plan, create, patch, upgrade, and maintain Oracle 19c databases (RAC, RDS, and standalone) across AWS Cloud, UNIX, and Windows platforms.
- Design and execute AWS Database Migration Service (DMS) tasks to migrate on-premises Oracle databases to AWS RDS and support data replication between Oracle and SQL Server.
- Install, configure, administer, and troubleshoot databases and associated cloud controls in on-premises and AWS environments.
- Migrate Oracle databases and cloud controls to new servers, including installation, patching, configuration, monitoring, and backup setup.
- Configure Amazon SNS events and email notifications for database monitoring and alerts.
- Upgrade AWS DMS replication engines and proactively manage CA certificate renewals.
- Provide end-to-end database support for Production, UAT, and Development environments.
- Administer and support Oracle Fusion Middleware and Oracle 11g Discoverer.
- Perform query tuning and performance optimization for complex SQL workloads.
- Generate database reports and provide performance recommendations to development teams.
- Plan and coordinate database version upgrades and platform migrations.
- Create, maintain, and execute Disaster Recovery (DR) plans, SOPs, and annual contingency tests with detailed documentation.
- Ensure database security and compliance through auditing, DBProtect scan reviews, and remediation of findings.
- Manage ServiceNow incidents, requests, change tickets, and tasks in accordance with SLA requirements.
- Represent the DBA team in project meetings, change control boards (CCB), incident calls (ICM), and vendor engagements.
- Develop user manuals and procedural documentation for Help Desk and support teams.
- Assist with on-premises Oracle to PostgreSQL migrations to cloud platforms.
- Administer, maintain, and optimize PostgreSQL databases, including creation and modification of database objects using DDL.
Required Qualifications
- 8+ years of experience as a Database Engineer / DBA in enterprise environments.
- Strong expertise in Oracle Database Administration (19c, RAC, RDS).
- Hands-on experience with AWS services, especially RDS, DMS, SNS, and cloud monitoring.
- Proven experience migrating databases from on-premises to AWS Cloud.
- Strong SQL skills with experience in query tuning and performance optimization.
- Experience with PostgreSQL administration and optimization.
- Experience with backup, recovery, DR planning, and high availability architectures.
- Familiarity with ITSM tools such as ServiceNow.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in federal or highly regulated environments.
- Knowledge of Oracle OEM / cloud controls.
- Experience supporting multi-database platforms (Oracle, PostgreSQL, SQL Server).
- Strong documentation and communication skills.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related field (preferred)
What you'll do
- The Senior Database Engineer will manage enterprise-scale databases, focusing on architecture, migrations, performance tuning, and operational support. Responsibilities include maintaining Oracle databases, executing migration tasks, and ensuring database security and compliance.
About Techsur Solutions LLC
TechSur Solutions (SDB, 8(a), EDWOSB, WOSB): a strategic provider of emerging technology and digital transformation services for federal agencies, specializing in comprehensive solutions across application modernization, data services, and artificial intelligence. TechSur’s main capabilities include Artificial Intelligence, Customer Experience, Digital Services, Low-Code/No-Code Development, Strategic Communications, and Technology Consulting, all applied with approaches centering on Agile Methodologies and DevSecOps.
Recognitions: TechSur Solutions has been recognized twice on the Washington Technology's Fast50 list of fastest-growing small Government Contractor and placed on the Inc. 5000 list for 2 consecutive years. We are proud to be an OrangeSlices 2024 Elev8 GovCon honoree, recognizing government contractors who are “doing it right” in 8 key areas. Additionally, both an Artificial Intelligence solution delivered by TechSur Solutions and a digital modernization solution were honored with a FORUM Disruptive Technology Award, recognizing innovators who are positively transforming how Government fulfills its missions.
Careers: Join a team of technical experts passionate about making a significant impact with software solutions. Beware of recruitment scams; genuine TechSur job offers only come through ADP. We never request financial commitments during the hiring process.
Certifications & Vehicles:
* ISO Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 27001:2022, ISO 20000-1:2018
* CMMI Levels: CMMI SVC ML3, CMMI DEV ML3
* Federal Contracting Vehicles: GSA MAS, GSA 8(a) STARS III, GSA Oasis+, Navy SeaPort NxG
* UEI (SAM): NAQUNHC61KN9
* CAGE Code: 81J81
Partnerships:
* Joint Ventures: Collaborations with Guidehouse (TechSur-Guidehouse JV) and REI Systems (FusionEdge Solutions)
* Technology Partner Programs: Google Cloud, AWS, Oracle Cloud, Databricks, OutSystems, Salesforce, Snowflake, Datadog
* Professional Associations: AFCEA, GTSC
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