AWS Database Administrator – Cloud, Security & Hybrid Ops

Regional Services; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in the UK is seeking an experienced Database Administrator to design and maintain secure AWS database platforms. You will work in agile teams and focus on innovative cloud solutions for National Security customers. Ideal candidates will have expertise in AWS database services and automation tools. This position offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth and impact on significant projects within the UK's security domain.

Benefits

Flexible and part-time working options

25 days holiday

Private medical and dental insurance

Competitive pension scheme

Career Manager support

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Amazon RDS (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, Oracle) and Aurora.
• Experience with backup and recovery strategies using AWS tools.
• Strong skills in Python, Bash, or Shell for automation.
• Working knowledge of Linux and Windows.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain secure database platforms.
• Implement best practices for AWS-native database services.
• Collaborate effectively in empowered, autonomous teams.

Skills

AWS Database Services

Automation and Infrastructure as Code

Security and Compliance

Scripting

Agile Delivery

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Jenkins

Docker

Job description

A leading defense contractor in the UK is seeking an experienced Database Administrator to design and maintain secure AWS database platforms. You will work in agile teams and focus on innovative cloud solutions for National Security customers. Ideal candidates will have expertise in AWS database services and automation tools. This position offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth and impact on significant projects within the UK's security domain.