Database Administrator

SR International Incorporation

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

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeColumbus • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in managing Microsoft SQL Server environments, including performance monitoring, backup and recovery strategies, and database security. Proficient in Azure SQL Database administration and capable of providing technical support and mentorship to junior staff.

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Microsoft SQL Server ManagementAdvanced T-SQL SkillsAzure SQL Database AdministrationBackup And Disaster Recovery SolutionsDatabase Security And Compliance

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Hard Skills

SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)Performance Monitoring And TuningAlways On Availability GroupsLog ShippingFailover Cluster InstancesReplicationScripting With T-SQLPowerShellSSIS/ETL WorkflowsDatabase Migration And Integration

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsTroubleshooting SkillsDocumentation SkillsCommunication SkillsMentoring Skills

Tools & Technologies

Azure MonitorLog AnalyticsMicrosoft Entra IDAzure Key VaultAzure BackupAzure RBAC

Industry Keywords

High Availability (HA)Disaster Recovery (DR)Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)Database PermissionsEncryptionAccess Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureETLMS SQL ServerSQLSSISVault

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Install, configure, patch, upgrade, and maintain SQL Server instances across production, staging, and development environments
Monitor and optimize database performance, system health, and resource utilization
Design, implement, and test backup, recovery, HA, and DR solutions
Administer Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server on Azure VMs
Configure Azure database backup, monitoring, security, migration, and disaster recovery solutions
Use Azure Monitor and Log Analytics for database monitoring and troubleshooting
Manage database security, RBAC, permissions, encryption, and sensitive credentials using Azure Key Vault
Support developers with schema design, table structures, data types, stored procedures, triggers, functions, and complex queries
Develop automation scripts for index maintenance, integrity checks, statistics updates, backups, monitoring, and reporting
Provide Tier III technical support for critical database issues
Develop database strategies and contribute to solution architecture and business-case development
Create and maintain technical documentation covering installation, monitoring, security, configuration, migration, and best practices
Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance
Collaborate with IT Architecture, CIO, IT Managers, and security teams to meet agency requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of hands-on experience managing enterprise-level Microsoft SQL Server environments
Strong experience with SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and database internals
Advanced T-SQL skills
Performance monitoring and tuning, including indexing, query optimization, blocking, and deadlock resolution
Backup, recovery, High Availability (HA), and Disaster Recovery (DR) experience
Experience with Always On Availability Groups, Log Shipping, Failover Cluster Instances, or Replication
Strong security and compliance experience, including RBAC, database permissions, encryption, and access management
Experience supporting Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server on Azure VMs
Experience with 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
Experience with SSIS/ETL workflows
Strong developer support and code review experience involving stored procedures, triggers, functions, and complex T-SQL
Scripting experience with T-SQL, PowerShell, or command-line tools
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field, or equivalent work experience
Work authorization in the United States required
Must be willing to work initially remotely and eventually onsite in Columbus, Ohio

Benefits

Comp & perks

Initially remote work arrangement
Microsoft Teams interview
Contract through 06/30/2027