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Job Description Our client is seeking a Database Administrator to support a federal end customer with a build and modernization effort. The Database Administrator will champion all aspects of data architecture, analytic methodology, and visualization functions including engineering standards, governance processes, and providing vision and context to explore and effectively utilize emerging technologies. u2022u2003Work with database developers and administrators across multiple product teams. u2022u2003Serve as a data and technology expert across a broad and diverse set of mission critical applications u2022u2003Actively participate in Agile Scrum sprint planning, artifact creation, sprint testing, regression testing, demonstrations, retrospectives and solution releases u2022u2003Analyze project-related problems and create innovative solutions involving technology, analytic methodologies, and advanced solution components. u2022u2003Deliver deployable software in short sprints. u2022u2003The ability to be adaptable and work constructively with a technically diverse and geographically separated team is crucial. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: Skills and Requirements u2022u2003Active Top Secret Clearance u2022u2003College degree (B.S.) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Management Systems or a related discipline. Equivalent professional experience will be considered in lieu of degree u2022u2003Professional Experience: at least seven (7) years related technical experience, with databases, including designing, implementing, and optimizing database systems. u2022u2003Must be available to work a hybrid schedule with an on-site requirement in Ashburn, VA. u2022u2003Experience with data modeling, tuning, scaling, security, backup, recovery, and integrity of RDBMS, specifically PostgreSQL in AWS. u2022u2003Solid understanding of concepts such as data types, indexing, performance tuning, query plans. u2022u2003Ability to take high level requirements and work with Product Architects to create a data model to store transactional data. u2022u2003Understanding of Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, or MySQL, as well as understanding of NoSQL databases like DynamoDB, MongoDB, Cassandra, or Couchbase. u2022u2003Strong SQL skills for querying, analyzing, and managing data, as well as creating and maintaining stored procedures, triggers, and views. u2022u2003Experience with CDC (change data capture) concepts and usage. u2022u2003Knowledge of security best practices, including encryption, authentication, and access control, to ensure that sensitive data is protected and compliant with government regulations. u2022u2003Experience with cloud-based database services such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) RDS, Google Cloud SQL, or Microsoft Azure SQL Database. u2022u2003Experience with data integration tools and techniques, including ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes, and queue-based messaging systems to ensure seamless data flow between systems. u2022u2003Familiarity with microservices based architecture and its impact to data storage. u2022u2003Skills in analyzing and optimizing database performance, including indexing, partitioning, and query optimization. u2022u2003Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including developers, data analysts, and business stakeholders, to gather requirements and communicate complex database concepts. u2022u2003Experience helping customers and mission users conceptualize and prioritize their data analysis and visualization needs. u2022u2003Experience with NoSQL databases such as DynamoDB, DocumentDB, or Mongo a plus. u2022u2003Experience with geospatial data management a plus. u2022u2003Experience with Apache Kafka for messaging and data streaming a plus. u2022u2003Experience with data governance platforms such as Collibra a plus. u2022u2003Experience in Continuous integration, Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) and DevOps processes and tools u2022u2003Experience implementing or migrating to Cloud environments like Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud, or Microsoft Azure.