Company Overview

Pantheon Data (a Kenific Holding company) is a private, small business based in the Washington, DC, area. Pantheon Data was founded in 2011, initially providing acquisition and supply chain management services to the US Coast Guard. Our service offerings have grown in the past ten years, including infrastructure resiliency, contact center operations, information technology, software engineering, program management, strategic communications, engineering, and cybersecurity. We have also grown our customer base to include commercial clients. The company has used this experience to expand our service offerings to other agencies within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Department of Defense (DoD), and other Federal Civilian Agencies.

Position Overview

Pantheon Data has a need for a Database Administrator with experience supporting applications and databases running in a cloud environment. The ideal candidate will play an important role in the strategic migration of large legacy applications to AWS GovCloud for our federal clients. Key responsibilities include database configuration, optimization, and operational monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain Amazon RDS databases, ensuring optimal performance and security.
• Configure and monitor database settings and parameters to ensure performance optimization and resource utilization.
• Perform routine database maintenance tasks such as backups, restoration, and database migrations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues, such as performance and connectivity issues.
• Collaborate with software developers and system administrators to design and implement database solutions that meet business requirements.
• Implement and maintain database security policies and procedures to protect sensitive data.
• Stay current with the latest database technologies and best practices. Provide recommendations on improvements to our database infrastructure to the team.

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 10 years' experience performing database administration and IT systems support.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Database Administrator managing MS SQL databases.
• In-depth knowledge of Amazon RDS database engines for at least one of the following: MS SQL, PostgreSQL, DB2, and Oracle.
• Experience with database design, configuration, performance tuning, security management, and backup and recovery.
• Experience with AWS cloud migrations, tools, and services.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle complex, multi-disciplinary security challenges in cloud environments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Must be a team player.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• AWS Certified Database - Specialty certification
• Deep knowledge of database automation and scripting tools, such as PowerShell/Python.
• Experience using database design, monitoring, and performance tuning tools
• Experience supporting DoD and/or federal government clients

Clearance Requirements

U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

Work Location

United States - Remote

Benefits Overview

We are always looking for good people! Pantheon Data is committed to providing its employees with competitive salaries and benefits in order to increase employee satisfaction and productivity.In addition to our benefits, we also offer SmartBenefits through the Washington Metro Area Transportation Authority, where you specify an amount of your pre-tax wages be paid directly to your SmarTrip account. In some cases, tuition assistance may be available for continuing education expenses and certifications related to their position. Additional details may be found at https://pantheon-data.com/careers/

Pantheon Data is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Pantheon Data is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Equal opportunity legal notices can be viewed on the following PDF:Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. You may also view the OFCCP'sPay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our Talent Team atRecruiting@pantheon-data.comor by phone (571) 363-4020.

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