Database Administrator III

GlobalPoint; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

GlobalPoint in Richmond, VA is seeking an experienced Database Administrator II to provide database administration, application support, and troubleshooting for enterprise IT systems. The role emphasizes MS SQL Server, SSRS, and T-SQL, supporting ongoing operations and ensuring reliability.

You will collaborate with IT teams, project managers, and end users, translate requirements into database solutions, and participate in the SDLC. Local candidates only, long-term contract, onsite engagement.

Qualifications

• Progressive experience in Microsoft SQL Server database administration.
• Strong expertise in SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS).
• Proficiency in T-SQL programming and database administration tasks.
• Experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and updating existing application code.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience providing end-user technical support and troubleshooting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform Microsoft SQL Server database administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Develop, maintain, and optimize T-SQL queries, stored procedures, and database objects.
• Create, maintain, and support SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) reports.
• Review, troubleshoot, and maintain existing application code developed by other team members.
• Provide database application support and resolve technical issues.
• Support server administration, system performance, security, and reliability.
• Collaborate with project managers, technical teams, end users, and stakeholders to gather and implement requirements.
• Translate technical and business requirements into database solutions and application modules.
• Provide end-user technical support and troubleshoot software, hardware, and peripheral issues.
• Participate in the software development life cycle (SDLC) and support ongoing system enhancements.
• Adapt quickly to new systems, technologies, and operational procedures.

Skills

SQL Server

SSRS

T-SQL

Analytical skills

Communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

End-user support

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Database Administrator II to provide database administration, application support, and technical troubleshooting for enterprise IT systems. The ideal candidate will have strong Microsoft SQL Server expertise, including SSRS, T‑SQL programming, database maintenance, and support for existing applications.

Database Administrator II

Location: Richmond, VA 23219
Duration: Long-Term Contract
Work Arrangement: Local Candidates Only

We are seeking an experienced Database Administrator II to provide database administration, application support, and technical troubleshooting for enterprise IT systems. The ideal candidate will have strong Microsoft SQL Server expertise, including SSRS, T‑SQL programming, database maintenance, and support for existing applications. The selected candidate will collaborate with IT teams, project managers, end users, and other stakeholders to support database operations, maintain system reliability, and implement technical requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform Microsoft SQL Server database administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Develop, maintain, and optimize T‑SQL queries, stored procedures, and database objects.
• Create, maintain, and support SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) reports.
• Review, troubleshoot, and maintain existing application code developed by other team members.
• Provide database application support and resolve technical issues.
• Support server administration, system performance, security, and reliability.
• Collaborate with project managers, technical teams, end users, and stakeholders to gather and implement requirements.
• Translate technical and business requirements into database solutions and application modules.
• Provide end‑user technical support and troubleshoot software, hardware, and peripheral issues.
• Participate in the software development life cycle (SDLC) and support ongoing system enhancements.
• Adapt quickly to new systems, technologies, and operational procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Progressive experience in Microsoft SQL Server database administration.
• Strong expertise in SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS).
• Proficiency in T‑SQL programming and database administration tasks.
• Experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and updating existing application code.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience providing end‑user technical support and troubleshooting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with .NET Framework 4.8 or later, .NET Standard, and Visual Basic.
• Experience with ASP.NET using VB.NET or C#, Classic ASP, HTML/HTML5, jQuery, CSS, JavaScript, AJAX, and JSON.
• Experience with software development, application deployment, and production support.
• Knowledge of server and system administration, performance optimization, security, and reliability.
• Experience translating formal requirements into database structures and application modules.
• Familiarity with the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Experience with Microsoft SharePoint.
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Apps and DAX.
• Familiarity with Virginia state government IT systems and VITA standards.
• Experience installing, supporting, and troubleshooting software, hardware, and peripherals.

Candidate Requirement

Candidates must be local to the Richmond, Virginia area and available to meet the engagement's location requirements.

Ideal Candidate Profile

A hands‑on Database Administrator with strong SQL Server, SSRS, and T‑SQL expertise, combined with application maintenance and troubleshooting experience. Candidates with additional .NET/VB development, server administration, and Microsoft enterprise platform experience will be preferred.