Database Administrator

S R International; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

S R International is seeking an experienced Database Administrator 4 to manage enterprise SQL Server and Azure databases across on‑premises and cloud environments. The role emphasizes performance tuning, security, high availability, and disaster recovery while supporting development teams and ensuring database reliability.

The DBA will deploy, monitor, and optimize Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL MI, and SQL Server on Azure VMs; implement RBAC and encryption; and collaborate with IT leadership to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience managing enterprise-level Microsoft SQL Server database environments, including on-premises and Azure platforms.
• Strong expertise in SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and database internals.
• Advanced knowledge of Transact-SQL (T-SQL).
• Experience with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) and ETL workflows.
• Experience with Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server on Azure Virtual Machines.
• Knowledge of Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Microsoft Entra ID, Azure Key Vault, Azure Backup, and RBAC.
• Experience migrating and integrating databases between on-premises SQL Server and Azure.
• Understanding of Azure database security, networking, scalability, cost optimization, and HA/DR capabilities.
• Experience with performance monitoring and tuning, RBAC, and developer support/code reviews.

Responsibilities

• Database Administration: Install, configure, patch, upgrade, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server across environments.
• Performance Monitoring & Tuning: Monitor health, optimize resources, improve indexes, resolve blocking and deadlocks.
• Backup & Disaster Recovery: Design, test backup/recovery incl. Always On, Log Shipping, and clustering.
• Database Architecture: Develop Azure and on-prem DBMS architectures for scalability and performance.
• Security & Compliance: Implement RBAC, manage permissions, encrypt data at rest/in transit.
• Azure Database Management: Administer Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL MI, and SQL Server on Azure VMs.
• Developer Support & Code Review: Assist teams with schema, storage, and complex T-SQL.
• Automation & Scripting: Develop T-SQL, PowerShell, scripts for maintenance and reporting.
• Database Monitoring: Use Azure Monitor and Log Analytics for performance and availability.
• Security Tools: Use Entra ID and Key Vault to manage access and secrecy.
• Database Migration & Integration: Support migrations between on-prem and Azure.
• Technical Support: Provide Tier III support and resolve complex issues.
• Documentation: Maintain DB installation/configuration/migrations docs.
• Collaboration: Work with CIO/IT leadership to implement DB solutions.
• Mentoring: Guide peers and junior staff.

Skills

SSMS

T-SQL

PowerShell

RBAC

Azure Monitor

Log Analytics

Azure SQL Database

Azure SQL MI

SQL Server on Azure VMs

Always On

Log Shipping

Failover Clustering

Backup & Recovery

Database Migration

Security & Compliance

Dev Support / Code Review

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Tools

SSIS

Azure SQL Database

Azure SQL MI

Azure Monitor

Log Analytics

Microsoft Entra ID

Azure Key Vault

Job description

Job Title: Database Administrator

Job Code: OH 814652

Client: State of Ohio – Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (DRC)

Location: Columbus, Ohio (Initially Remote, Eventually Onsite)

Contract Duration: Through June 30, 2027 (7 Months)

Work Location: 1221 McKinley Avenue, Columbus, OH

Closing Date: November 4, 2026, at 4:00 PM

Interview: Microsoft Teams

Position Overview

The State of Ohio – Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (DRC) is seeking an experienced Database Administrator 4 (DBA4) to manage, maintain, and optimize enterprise-level Microsoft SQL Server and Azure database environments.

The selected candidate will be responsible for database administration, performance tuning, security, backup and recovery, high availability, disaster recovery, and database architecture across on-premises and Azure-based platforms. The role also involves supporting development teams, resolving complex database issues, implementing security standards, and ensuring database availability, performance, and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Database Administration: Install, configure, patch, upgrade, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server instances across production, staging, and development environments.
• Performance Monitoring & Tuning: Monitor database health, optimize resource allocation, tune complex queries, improve indexes, and resolve blocking and deadlock issues.
• Backup & Disaster Recovery: Design, implement, and test backup and recovery strategies, including Always On Availability Groups, Log Shipping, Failover Cluster Instances, and database replication.
• Database Architecture: Develop and maintain Azure and on-premises DBMS architectures, ensuring scalability, availability, and performance.
• Security & Compliance: Implement Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), manage database permissions, and configure encryption at rest and in transit.
• Azure Database Management: Administer Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server hosted on Azure Virtual Machines.
• Developer Support & Code Review: Assist development teams with schema design, table structures, data types, stored procedures, triggers, functions, and complex T-SQL queries.
• Automation & Scripting: Develop T-SQL, PowerShell, and command-line scripts to automate database maintenance, backups, integrity checks, monitoring, and reporting.
• Database Monitoring: Use Azure Monitor and Log Analytics to monitor database performance and availability.
• Security Tools: Utilize Microsoft Entra ID and Azure Key Vault to manage access and securely store sensitive information.
• Database Migration & Integration: Support migrations and integrations between on-premises SQL Server and Azure environments.
• Technical Support: Provide Tier III support and resolve complex database issues to maintain system stability and continuity.
• Documentation: Maintain technical documentation covering installation, configuration, monitoring, security, migrations, and development best practices.
• Collaboration: Work with IT Architecture, the CIO, IT Managers, and the State Chief Information Security Officer to implement database solutions and security standards.
• Mentoring: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to peers and junior-level staff.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience managing enterprise-level Microsoft SQL Server database environments, including on-premises and Azure platforms.
• Strong expertise in SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and database internals.
• Advanced knowledge of Transact-SQL (T-SQL).
• Experience with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) and ETL workflows.
• Experience with Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server on Azure Virtual Machines.
• Knowledge of Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Microsoft Entra ID, Azure Key Vault, Azure Backup, and Azure RBAC.
• Experience migrating and integrating databases between on-premises SQL Server and Azure.
• Understanding of Azure database security, networking, scalability, cost optimization, and HA/DR capabilities.
• Experience with performance monitoring and tuning, RBAC, and developer support/code reviews.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Linux and Windows database environments.
• Experience with third-party database monitoring and backup tools, such as Redgate.
• Knowledge of database replication and high-availability solutions.
• Experience with PowerShell and database automation.
• Experience supporting enterprise application development teams.

Primary Skills

Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Server DBA, Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, SQL Server on Azure VMs, T-SQL, SSMS, SSIS, Database Administration, Database Architecture, Performance Monitoring & Tuning, High Availability, Disaster Recovery, Always On Availability Groups, Log Shipping, Database Replication, Backup & Recovery, RBAC, Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Microsoft Entra ID, Azure Key Vault, Azure Backup, PowerShell, ETL, Database Migration, Systems Integration, Developer Support, Code Review, Tier III Support.

This is a remote position.