Sr. SQL DBA Only for South Carolina Residents

Overview

Remote
$80 - $90
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2

Skills

SQL
Database Security
SQL DBA

Job Details

Senior SQL DBA
100% Remote within South Carolina (Current SC residents only; no relocation or nationwide applications accepted)
6 12 Months with Possible Extension
12 Months (Possibility of Extension)
Interview Process : - 1 Round, Virtual
Travel Requirements : - Up to 25% onsite travel for meetings as needed, depending on project demands

Position Purpose : - The State of South Carolina seeks a senior-level SQL Database Administrator (DBA) to provide expert IV&V technical engineering consulting in support of complex, enterprise healthcare IT projects. The role is integral to large-scale, mission-critical Medicaid, MMIS, and public sector technology environments, focusing on secure and resilient database management, process improvement, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities
Administer, optimize, and secure enterprise-class SQL Server environments across both Windows and Linux platforms
Lead database high availability/disaster recovery (HA/DR) architecture, solutions, and testing (including Data Guard)
Guide performance tuning, query optimization, backup, recovery, and security best practices
Develop, review, and implement database change management procedures, documentation, and monitoring strategies
Support and mentor development teams for web-based enterprise solutions leveraging SQL Server and related technologies
Automate administrative tasks using T-SQL and PowerShell scripting
Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations concerning PHI, PII, and related healthcare data
Engage with project managers, technical teams, and stakeholders to support delivery milestones and system integration

Required Skills & Experience
7+ years as a SQL DBA, supporting large-scale enterprise applications
5+ years with SQL Server, with demonstrated authority in HA/DR and database security
3+ years hands-on with T-SQL and PowerShell scripting for automation
Extensive expertise in performance tuning, backup/recovery, data encryption, and access control
Experience with Data Guard and supporting database operations in Linux environments
Strong project management, leadership, and communication capabilities
Previous support of enterprise/high-visibility web-based development teams

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