Cloud DBA (Azure) for Migrations & Security — Raleigh Onsite

Focused HR Solutions; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Focused HR Solutions, LLC is seeking a Database Administrator to design, implement, and secure cloud-based and on-premises database systems in a fast-paced government data environment, with emphasis on Azure cloud services and migrations.

The role requires 3+ years of cloud database experience, strong SQL skills, and experience with Terraform or AKS for automation. This on-site Raleigh-based position offers a 6+ month contract and competitive hourly rates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
• 3+ years in database administration with a focus on cloud-based solutions.
• Proficiency in SQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQL Server in cloud environments.
• Experience with Azure cloud services and Databricks or data warehouses.
• Strong understanding of database security, encryption, and access control in cloud environments.
• Knowledge of ETL processes and cloud-based data warehousing.
• Familiarity with Terraform or AKS for cloud automation.
• Scripting with Python or PowerShell for automation.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain cloud-based and hybrid relational and non-relational database systems.
• Optimize performance, storage, indexing, and queries in cloud environments.
• Ensure database security, encryption, and compliance with regulations for on-premises, hybrid, and cloud.
• Develop and maintain cloud-based backup and disaster recovery strategies.
• Manage user access controls and roles within cloud database systems.
• Collaborate with data analysts and IT teams for data availability and integration in cloud environments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database issues, including performance tuning.
• Automate cloud database processes and improve data management workflows.
• Monitor cloud database performance and identify improvements.
• Lead cloud migration projects and optimize costs in cloud storage and computing.
• Stay current with industry trends in cloud database technologies.

Skills

SQL skills

Azure

Python

Cloud automation

Data security

ETL basics

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (plus)

Tools

Azure

Databricks

Terraform

AKS

PowerShell

Job description

Focused HR Solutions, LLC is seeking a Database Administrator to design, implement, and secure cloud-based and on-premises database systems in a fast-paced government data environment, with emphasis on Azure cloud services and migrations.

The role requires 3+ years of cloud database experience, strong SQL skills, and experience with Terraform or AKS for automation. This on-site Raleigh-based position offers a 6+ month contract and competitive hourly rates.