Database Administrator

SR International Incorporation

. Install, configure, patch, upgrade, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server instances across production, staging, and development environments .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeColumbus • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in managing Microsoft SQL Server environments, including Azure SQL Database and on-premises solutions, with a strong focus on performance optimization, security, and backup strategies. Proficient in T-SQL, database automation, and providing technical guidance to development teams.

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Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)Transact-SQL (T-SQL)Azure SQL DatabaseDatabase Performance MonitoringAzure Key Vault

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Hard Skills

Database AdministrationBackup and Recovery StrategiesPerformance TuningRole-Based Access Control (RBAC)SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)Database ReplicationPowerShell ScriptingComplex Query OptimizationDatabase SecurityETL Workflows

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsTroubleshootingCommunicationProblem-SolvingMentorship

Tools & Technologies

Azure MonitorLog AnalyticsMicrosoft Entra IDAzure BackupAzure Virtual Machines

Industry Keywords

High Availability (HA)Disaster Recovery (DR)Database IntegrationEnterprise-Level Database ManagementTechnical Documentation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureETLLinuxMS SQL ServerSQLSSISVault

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Install, configure, patch, upgrade, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server instances across production, staging, and development environments
Monitor database health, optimize resource allocation, tune complex queries, improve indexes, and resolve blocking and deadlock issues
Design, implement, and test backup and recovery strategies, including Always On Availability Groups, Log Shipping, Failover Cluster Instances, and database replication
Develop and maintain Azure and on-premises DBMS architectures for scalability, availability, and performance
Implement role-based access control, manage database permissions, and configure encryption at rest and in transit
Administer Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server hosted on Azure Virtual Machines
Support development teams with schema design, table structures, data types, stored procedures, triggers, functions, and complex T-SQL queries
Develop T-SQL, PowerShell, and command-line scripts to automate database maintenance, backups, integrity checks, monitoring, and reporting
Use Azure Monitor and Log Analytics to monitor database performance and availability
Use Microsoft Entra ID and Azure Key Vault to manage access and securely store sensitive information
Support migrations and integrations between on-premises SQL Server and Azure environments
Provide Tier III support and resolve complex database issues
Maintain technical documentation covering installation, configuration, monitoring, security, migrations, and development best practices
Collaborate with IT Architecture, the CIO, IT Managers, and the State Chief Information Security Officer
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to peers and junior-level staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field, or equivalent work experience
5+ years of hands-on experience managing enterprise-level Microsoft SQL Server database environments across on-premises and Azure platforms
Strong expertise in SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and database internals
Advanced knowledge of Transact-SQL (T-SQL)
Experience with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) and ETL workflows
Experience with Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server on Azure Virtual Machines
Knowledge of Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Microsoft Entra ID, Azure Key Vault, Azure Backup, and Azure RBAC
Experience migrating and integrating databases between on-premises SQL Server and Azure
Understanding of Azure database security, networking, scalability, cost optimization, and HA/DR capabilities
Experience with performance monitoring and tuning, RBAC, and developer support/code reviews
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills
Preferred: experience with Linux and Windows database environments
Preferred: experience with third-party database monitoring and backup tools, such as Redgate
Preferred: knowledge of database replication and high-availability solutions
Preferred: experience with PowerShell and database automation
Preferred: experience supporting enterprise application development teams
Must provide current United States work authorization status

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time contract through June 30, 2027
Initially remote work arrangement
Interview via Microsoft Teams