Senior Database Administrator 5

Overview

Hybrid
$60 - $65
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)
25% Travel

Skills

Access Control
Analytics
Backup
Data Integration
Database
Database Administration
Database Security
Encryption
Extract
Transform
Load
High Availability
Identity Management
Management
Microsoft Azure
Microsoft SQL Server
Microsoft SSIS
Migration
Python
Query Optimization
Recovery
Regulatory Compliance
Replication
SQL Azure
Scripting
System Documentation
Testing
Virtual Machines
Windows PowerShell

Job Details

Skill Descriptions

7+ years of Database administration specifically on SQL Server 16 and upwards.

In-depth knowledge of Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server on Azure VMs, including their features, limitations, and best practices.

Proven experience in implementing and managing HA / DR solutions like Always On Availability Groups, geo-replication, and point-in-time restore.

Expertise in Transparent Data Encryption within SQL Server.

Over 3+ years of experience creating, updating and maintaining systems documentation.

Strong understanding of database security principles, including user management, role-based access

control, data encryption, and compliance regulations.

Proficient in designing, implementing, and testing robust backup and recovery strategies for Azure SQL databases. Experience with Azure Monitor, Azure Log Analytics, and other tools for proactive monitoring, alerting, and troubleshooting.

Proficiency in scripting languages like PowerShell or Python for automating routine tasks, deployments, and management.

Experience with migrating on-premises SQL Server databases to Azure SQL platforms.

Familiarity with ETL processes and tools like Azure Data Factory or SSIS for data integration.

Advanced skills in identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks, including query optimization, index tuning, and database configuration.

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