Database Administrator IV

Vernovis; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Vernovis is seeking a senior Database Administrator to maintain and modernize our SQL Server environments. You’ll lead HA/DR, tune performance, and guide migration toward Azure and cloud data platforms.

This role blends hands-on DBA work with development and troubleshooting, partnering with developers and IT teams, and participating in Agile/Scrum activities to deliver reliable data services. You will mentor staff, enforce security, and drive best practices across data platforms and reporting

Qualifications

• 10+ years IT experience with 7+ years MS SQL Server DBA experience.
• Advanced SSRS and SSIS experience.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for enterprise database and reporting platforms.
• Design, implement, and manage Microsoft SQL Server and Azure database environments.
• Develop and maintain database security, auditing, backup/recovery, and DR strategies.
• Monitor database operations, performance, ETL processes, and capacity.
• Support migration of legacy databases to enterprise standards and cloud platforms.
• Provide Tier 3 technical support and participate in 24/7 on-call rotations.
• Lead Agile/Scrum activities and partner with leadership to prioritize tasks.

Skills

MS SQL Server DBA

SSRS

SSIS

Azure SQL

Performance tuning

Disaster recovery

On-call rotation

Agile/Scrum

Data warehouse concepts

Cloud migrations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Software Engineering

Tools

Azure DevOps

Snowflake

Microsoft Fabric

Job description

Job Title: Database Administrator IV

Location : Cincinnati OH (Hybrid)

Who We Are: Vernovis is a Total Talent Solutions company that specializes inTechnology, Cybersecurity, Finance & Accountingfunctions. At Vernovis, we help these professionals achieve their career goals, matching them with innovative projects and dynamic direct hire opportunities in Ohio and across the Midwest.

Come join us: Vernovis is looking for a Database Administrator who will serve as a senior, hands-on technical resource responsible for the stability, performance, and ongoing modernization of the organization’s database environment. The role is roughly 50% traditional DBA/infrastructure work and 50% development and troubleshooting, with a strong focus on Microsoft SQL Server, high availability, disaster recovery, performance tuning, and SSIS/SSRS. This person will be relied on to troubleshoot complex issues, lead root-cause analysis, and help shape the architecture of the database environment while partnering with developers and other IT teams. They will also support the organization’s longer-term transition toward Azure and modern cloud data platforms, with Microsoft Fabric and Snowflake experience considered a plus.

What You'll Do:

• Provide technical leadership for enterprise database and reporting platforms, leading strategy, solution design, and alignment with business objectives.
• Collaborate with developers, IT teams, business partners, vendors, and consultants to support enterprise initiatives and evaluate new technologies.
• Design, implement, and manage Microsoft SQL Server and Azure database environments, including installation, configuration, patching, and performance tuning.
• Develop and maintain database security, auditing, backup/recovery, and disaster recovery strategies and procedures.
• Monitor database operations, performance, ETL processes, and capacity; implement tools and processes to optimize reliability and efficiency.
• Support Solution Architects in the design and implementation of enterprise reporting and data warehouse solutions, including data models, dimensional structures, and ETL processes.
• Develop transaction processing and capacity models to support performance management initiatives.
• Support migration of legacy database systems to enterprise standards and modern platforms.
• Provide Tier 3 technical support for database and reporting environments, including participation in a 24/7 on-call rotation.
• Perform SQL code reviews and support release management processes (e.g., Azure DevOps/TFS).
• Execute testing, debugging, and performance tuning procedures; collaborate cross-functionally to resolve system defects.
• Lead and participate in Agile/Scrum activities, including stand-ups and sprint planning.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for database technologies across application development initiatives.
• Partner with leadership to manage workload, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines and business expectations.
• Train, mentor, and develop DBA staff and other IT team members, including cross‑training for backup support.
• Develop, document, and enforce database policies, standards, and operational procedures.
• Support enterprise change management processes and ensure compliance with established standards.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and implement solutions to enhance performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Maintain database access controls, activity logs, and audit documentation to support SOX compliance and internal/external audits.
• Partner with internal audit teams to provide evidence, implement database controls, and support remediation activities in accordance with SOX requirements.

What You'll Have:

• 10+ years IT experience 7+ years of recent MS SQL Server DBA experience Advanced SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) experience Advanced SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) experience
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Preferred knowledge and skills with modern cloud data platforms such as Snowflake or Microsoft Fabric.
• Knowledge of cloud database modernization initiatives, including architecture, performance optimization, security, and operational best practices in cloud environments.
• Prior experience supporting or leading migrations from on-premises database environments to cloud-based platforms.
• Familiarity with hybrid database environments and transition strategies between traditional infrastructure and cloud-native solutions.
• Exposure to data warehousing, ETL/ELT modernization, and cloud-based data integration tools.
• Architect-level skills and responsibilities
• Works with minimal supervision
• Guides and advises other team members as subject matter expert

The Vernovis Difference:

Vernovis does not accept inquiries from Corp to Corp recruiting companies. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and not violate any immigration or discrimination laws.

Vernovis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applications for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.