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Senior Database Automation & Security Engineer

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Charlotte, NC · HybridContract$85–88/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$85–88/hr
Location
Charlotte, NCHybrid
Schedule
Contract
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Senior Database Automation & Security Engineer will support database automation and security initiatives within the Offshore Support organization. The role focuses on building automation across Linux environments, supporting AWS RDS, PostgreSQL, and Microsoft SQL Server, and operationalizing database security controls. The position is hybrid in Charlotte, with at least three days per week onsite, and offers a stated pay range of $85–$88 per hour.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Python, requiredShell Scripting, requiredLinux, requiredAWS RDS, requiredAWS Architecture, nice to haveAzure Architecture, nice to havePostgreSQL, requiredMicrosoft SQL Server, requiredDatabase Security, requiredAudit Logging, requiredEncryption, requiredActivity Monitoring, requiredGuardium, requiredSecurity Monitoring, requiredDatabase Auditing, requiredAgile Practices, requiredScrum, requiredJira, requiredCI/CD Automation, requiredPowerShell, nice to haveAnsible, nice to haveCommunication, nice to havePresentation, nice to haveIndependent Work, nice to haveTeamwork, nice to have

Qualifications

10+ Years Database Experience, required

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Our client, Offshore Support is seeking a Senior Database Automation & Security Engineer to join their team. As a Senior Database Automation & Security Engineer, you will be part of the Offshore Support organization supporting database automation and security initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and presentation skills, a proactive and quick-learning mindset, and the ability to work independently as well as within a team—aligning successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Senior Database Automation & Security Engineer

Location: Charlotte, NC (Hybrid: minimum of 3 days per week)

Pay Range: $85-$88/hr

What's the Job?

  • Design, build, and maintain database automation solutions using Python and shell scripting across Linux environments.

  • Support and optimize database platforms including AWS RDS, PostgreSQL, and Microsoft SQL Server (MSSQL) with a focus on reliability and performance.

  • Implement and operationalize database security controls, including native audit logging, encryption in-transit and at-rest, entitlements, and password vaulting practices.

  • Integrate and troubleshoot REST API interactions and automation workflows to support secure data operations.

  • Collaborate in an Agile/Scrum environment using tools such as Jira, and contribute to CI/CD pipelines for database automation and monitoring.

What's Needed?

  • 10+ years of experience as a SQL Server Engineer or other database developer, with extensive hands-on Python and shell scripting experience.

  • Strong Linux fundamentals and practical experience with AWS RDS; familiarity with AWS and/or Azure architecture.

  • Deep expertise with PostgreSQL and MSSQL, including database security concepts such as native audit logging and encryption.

  • Experience with activity monitoring tools such as Guardium or similar solutions, plus knowledge of database security monitoring and auditing.

  • Working knowledge of Agile practices and Scrum values, including hands-on experience with Jira and CI/CD automation; familiarity with PowerShell and Ansible is a plus.

What's in it for me?

  • Opportunity to take ownership of database automation and security improvements that directly strengthen operational resilience.

  • A role built for a dynamic, out-of-the-box thinker who enjoys solving complex technical challenges.

  • Collaboration with a team that values proactive communication, clear presentation, and shared execution.

  • Hands-on work across modern database platforms and cloud environments, including AWS RDS and PostgreSQL/MSSQL.

  • A structured Agile/Scrum delivery approach using Jira and CI/CD practices to keep work focused and measurable.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

  • Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

  • Dental Plan

  • Vision Plan

  • Health Savings Account

  • Health Flexible Spending Account

  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

  • Supplemental Life Insurance

  • Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance

  • Business Travel Insurance

  • 401(k), Plus Match

  • Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

How this job compares

Set against the 654 open Database Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 14, 2026.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 13 open Database Engineer jobs in North Carolina and 654 across the US. 16% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
This posting asks for at least 10 years of experience — more than three in four Database Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for (median 7 years, across 582 postings).
Education
147 of the 654 open Database Engineer jobs (22%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 14, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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