SQL Database Administrator

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
No Travel Required

Skills

SQL Database Administrator
clustering
Hyper-V
VMware
T-SQL
Azure Database
SolarWinds
SSRS
Redgate
SSIS
PowerShell
Windows Server

Job Details

Job Title: SQL Database Administrator Onsite or Remote: Hybrid in Boise, ID (3 days onsite) Location: Boise, Idaho Duration: 6-12 Months contract

7+ years of SQL Server DBA experience in enterprise environments
*Proven experience upgrading SQL Server 2017 to 2022 on virtualized infrastructure
*Expertise in clustering, high availability, and DR strategies using VMs
*Strong understanding of Hyper-V or VMware environments

Job Description

We are looking for a SQL Database Administrator to support a critical upgrade project from SQL Server 2017 to 2022. This position will be full-time and hybrid in Boise, ID.

What You'll Do
Lead the upgrade of SQL Server 2017 to 2022 in a complex, on-prem VM-based environment
Maintain and troubleshoot Always On Availability Groups and Windows Server Failover Clustering (WSFC)
Collaborate with infrastructure teams to manage VM configurations, storage, and networking
Support both production and disaster recovery (DR) environments
Perform performance tuning, capacity planning, and backup/restore operations
Create and maintain detailed documentation and procedures
Provide on-call support as needed
Provide direction as needed for other DBA contractors on work required to be performed
Provide knowledge transfer to internal teams

What You'll Need

Required:
7+ years of SQL Server DBA experience in enterprise environments
Proven experience upgrading SQL Server 2017 to 2022 on virtualized infrastructure
Expertise in clustering, high availability, and DR strategies using VMs
Strong understanding of Hyper-V or VMware environments
Proficiency in T-SQL and PowerShell scripting
Experience managing SQL Server on Windows Server in an on-premises data center
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
Experience with SQL Server components such as SSRS, SSIS, and Analysis Services

Preferred:
Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or equivalent
Familiarity with VM backup and snapshot strategies
Experience with monitoring tools like Redgate , SolarWinds , or Sentry One
Knowledge of hybrid DR strategies involving off-site or co-located data centers
Knowledge of current Microsoft SQL Server licensing
Experience in using and configuring 3rd party tools such as Redgate monitoring tools
Understanding of Active Directory configuration requirements, including:
Cluster Name Object (CNO) requirements for pre staged SQL Computer Objects
Delegation of rights to service accounts for dynamic object creation within specific OUs
Understanding of DNS configuration requirements to support dynamic updates for SQL Server listeners and CNOs in high availability scenarios Note: While the contractor will not directly manage AD or DNS, they will work closely with the Server Support team to facilitate necessary changes and ensure proper configuration.

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