Sr. SQL Database Administrator (DBA)
Core
Oversee administration, operations, monitoring, maintenance, and optimization of mission-critical enterprise SQL database environments for a federal customer.
Role type
Senior SQL Database Administrator (DBA)
Builds
Enterprise SQL Server environments (on-premises and cloud)
Domain
Federal government IT / Enterprise Database Management
Required skills
Microsoft SQL Server administration, SQL Server Clustering, SQL scripting, backup and restoration, performance tuning, High Availability, Disaster Recovery, database security, monitoring and alerting, root cause analysis
Preferred skills
Cloud database administration, ServiceNow, Idera, SolarWinds, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB, Oracle, Microsoft Access
Technologies
Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Server Clustering, ServiceNow, Idera, SolarWinds, SharePoint
Responsibilities
Administer, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise Microsoft SQL Server environments including standalone and Cluster setups. Install, provision, configure, upgrade, patch, and maintain SQL Server databases and servers. Manage and support High Availability and Disaster Recovery solutions including backup, restoration, and recovery processes. Perform advanced SQL Server performance tuning and optimization by analyzing metrics, queries, indexes, and configurations. Develop and maintain SQL scripts, automation, configuration standards, and operational procedures. Monitor database health, capacity, and performance using enterprise tools like Idera and SolarWinds. Troubleshoot database-related application integrations and manage incidents, support requests, and change requests. Support database security, auditing, encryption, and compliance requirements. Participate in scheduled after-hours patching, server reboots, and maintenance activities.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
