Power Platform Dataverse Solution Architect/DBA

DirectViz Solutions, LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is hiring a Power Platform Dataverse Solution Architect / Database Administrator in Huntsville, AL. The role involves administration of Power Platform environments, managing Dataverse security roles, and ensuring compliance with data handling policies. Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience with Power Platform and strong problem-solving skills. This full-time position requires on-site working with an active Secret clearance or ability to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience administering Microsoft Power Platform and Dataverse.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform Admin Center.
• Experience with Security role design and access control.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage Power Platform environments.
• Design and manage Dataverse security roles.
• Integrate Dataverse with external systems.
• Troubleshoot platform issues.

Skills

Microsoft Power Platform Admin Center

Dataverse environment and data management

Power Apps and Power Automate

Power Platform governance and CoE practices

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to learn rapidly

Collaboration skills

Job description

Power Platform Dataverse Solution Architect / Database Administrator (SA/DBA)

Location: Onsite - Huntsville, AL
Clearance: Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain
Employment Type: Full‑Time

Key Responsibilities

• Power Platform Administration & Environment Management
  • Administer and manage environments using the Microsoft Power Platform Admin Center, including environments, licensing, and security configurations.
  • Create, monitor, and control Dataverse environments, ensuring proper configuration, data policies, and lifecycle management.
  • Support and oversee Power Apps and Power Automate solutions that integrate with Dataverse to enable business processes and applications.
  • Implement platform governance using tools such as the Center of Excellence (CoE) Starter Kit to manage resources, enforce standards, and support platform adoption.
• Security, Compliance & Governance
  • Design, configure, and manage Dataverse security roles to control user and team access.
  • Define and enforce granular access controls at the table, record, and column levels to protect sensitive data.
  • Develop and enforce Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies to prevent unauthorized data sharing and integration with external services.
  • Configure and monitor auditing and logging, regularly reviewing audit logs to ensure compliance with organizational and federal requirements.
• Data Management & Integration
  • Design and maintain robust Dataverse data models, including tables, relationships, business rules, and logic.
  • Perform database maintenance activities including bulk data operations, performance optimization, and data retention policies.
  • Integrate Dataverse with external systems using connectors, dataflows, and APIs.
  • Manage data migrations, imports, and exports using tools such as Power Query.
  • Ensure data integrity, quality, and governance, aligning with organizational and federal data‑handling policies.
• Collaboration & Support
  • Troubleshoot platform issues related to performance, security, integrations, and data access.
  • Partner with developers, citizen developers, business stakeholders, and IT teams to deliver aligned and scalable solutions.
  • Provide technical guidance and best practices to support secure and effective platform usage.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience administering Microsoft Power Platform and Dataverse.
• Strong working knowledge of:
  • Microsoft Power Platform Admin Center
  • Dataverse environment and data management
  • Power Apps and Power Automate
  • Power Platform governance and CoE practices
• Experience with:
  • Security role design and access control in Dataverse
  • Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies
  • Auditing and compliance monitoring
  • Data modeling, integrations, and migrations
• Soft Skills & Competencies:
  • Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, with ability to explain technical concepts to non‑technical users.
  • High level of attention to detail, particularly related to data integrity, security, and compliance.
  • Demonstrated adaptability and willingness to learn in a rapidly evolving technology environment.
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders.

Physical and Mental Qualifications

• Maintain focus and awareness throughout scheduled working hours.
• Perform tasks requiring prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk, utilizing a computer, mouse, and keyboard.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 15 pounds as needed.
• Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong command of the English language.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.
• Quickly learn and retain routine tasks and processes.
• Possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, business correspondence proficiency, and self‑management capabilities.
• Perform essential functions of the role satisfactorily; reasonable accommodation will be provided for employees with disabilities upon request.
• Accept and adapt to additional responsibilities or changes to assigned duties as determined by DirectViz Solutions (DVS).

Equal Opportunity Statement

DirectViz Solutions, LLC (DVS) is an equal‑opportunity employer who prohibits discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, sex (including pregnancy), age, gender identity, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

DVS has a zero‑tolerance policy for harassment, threats, coercion, discrimination, and intimidation. Employees may file a complaint or exercise any right protected by Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, or the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998.