Database Administrator Advanced (Senior Database Administrator) - SDA 26-01462

Job Title

Database Administrator Advanced (Senior Database Administrator)

Location: Remote
Duration: 12 Months (Contract)

Position Summary / Job Purpose

A public-sector technology organization is seeking an experienced Senior Database Administrator to support enterprise application migration initiatives. This role is a key member of the infrastructure team and is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing database migrations from legacy environments to modern platforms.

The position supports mission-critical systems and ensures database integrity, security, availability, and compliance with applicable IT standards throughout the migration lifecycle. The Senior Database Administrator plays an important role in advancing technology modernization efforts while minimizing operational risk and downtime.

Key Responsibilities / Job Functions

Migration Planning & Execution

• Assess existing databases to determine migration readiness and risk

• Design and implement database migration strategies across on-premises and cloud platforms

• Coordinate closely with application teams to ensure compatibility and minimize service disruptions

• Monitor migration activities, troubleshoot issues, and resolve problems in a timely manner

• Provide technical guidance and knowledge transfer to project stakeholders

• Collaborate with application developers, infrastructure teams, and business units throughout migration efforts

Database Administration, Security & Compliance

• Configure, manage, and maintain SQL Server and related database platforms

• Perform schema conversions, data transformations, and data integrity validation

• Optimize database performance before, during, and after migrations

• Implement security controls including encryption, access management, and auditing

• Ensure compliance with state and federal data protection, security, and regulatory requirements

Required Education and/or Certifications

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science or a related field, with experience in system development or modification

• Relevant professional experience may substitute for a bachelor s degree on a year-for-year basis

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Senior SQL Server Database Administrator

• At least one (1) year of experience migrating application databases across versions and platforms

• Five (5) years of hands-on experience with database backup and restore operations

• Experience with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)

• Strong experience managing database roles, permissions, and encryption

• Advanced proficiency in T-SQL

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience implementing Transparent Data Encryption (TDE)

• Strong knowledge of database design and normalization principles

• Experience using PowerShell for database administration and automation