Cloud Database Engineering Lead

Senior Cloud Database Engineering Lead (Oracle / Azure) Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Cloud Database Engineering Lead to architect, manage, and modernize enterprise database environments across hybrid and cloud platforms. The role will provide technical leadership for Oracle and MSSQL Server environments, with a strong focus on Azure cloud migrations, database reliability, and security compliance in highly regulated environments. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in enterprise database architecture, high availability, disaster recovery, and large-scale cloud modernization, along with the ability to lead 24/7 operations teams supporting mission-critical systems.

Key Responsibilities - Database Architecture & Engineering

Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise database platforms including Oracle and MSSQL Server

Architect high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions using technologies such as Oracle Data Guard, RAC, and replication frameworks.

Optimize database performance through indexing strategies, partitioning, query tuning, and capacity planning.

Develop and maintain database standards, architecture documentation, and operational runbooks.

Key Responsibilities - Cloud & Modernization

Lead large-scale database migrations from on-premises environments to Microsoft Azure (IaaS/PaaS).

Architect hybrid cloud database environments across Azure GovCloud and enterprise data centers.

Implement monitoring, automation, and scaling strategies for cloud-based database platforms.

Key Responsibilities - Security & Compliance

Ensure database environments meet strict security compliance standards including FedRAMP, FISMA, NIST 800-53, and STIG compliance.

Lead remediation activities for security findings including Category I-III STIG vulnerabilities.

Support audits, vulnerability assessments, and POA&M remediation tracking., Oversee 24/7 production database operations supporting mission-critical systems. Implement proactive monitoring and alerting using Azure Monitoring, Oracle OEM, and diagnostic tools.

Manage backup and recovery strategies using RMAN, Data Pump, and logical backup frameworks. Lead database patching, upgrades, and lifecycle management across multiple environments. Leadership & Team Management

Lead and mentor cross-functional engineering teams supporting enterprise database operations.

Establish operational processes for incident management, change management, and production support.

Guide junior DBAs and engineers on database architecture, performance tuning, and security best practices. Collaborate with infrastructure, application, and security teams to ensure integrated platform reliability.

• Certifications: CompTIA Security+, CompTIA CASP+, Azure or Oracle certifications
• Deep Oracle Database & SQL Server leadership experience
• Proven Azure cloud migration & hybrid architecture experience
• Strong Security & Compliance in regulated environments (Federal or Defense programs, Government, Healthcare, Financial Services)
• Operational leadership for Mission-critical, 24/7 environments, Oracle Database (10g - 19c)

Microsoft SQL Server

Oracle RAC, Data Guard, RMAN, OEM Cloud & Infrastructure:

Microsoft Azure (IaaS / PaaS)

Azure networking (VNets, NSGs, Load Balancers)

Azure Storage (Disks, Blob, Files) Azure Monitoring & Logging

Hybrid cloud architecture Operating Systems:

Linux (RHEL / Oracle Linux)

Windows Server administration Automation & Scripting:

Bash / Unix shell scripting

PowerShell Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting U.S. Federal or Defense programs

Experience with Azure GovCloud environments

Hands-on experience with Oracle to PostgreSQL migration tools

Experience working within highly regulated industries (Government, Healthcare, Financial Services)

Education & Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Preferred Certifications:

PMP (Project Management Professional)

CompTIA Security+

CompTIA CASP+

Azure or Oracle certifications (preferred)

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