Remote Senior DBA: Oracle/SQL Server Expert

SSG Official Website; Charlottesville (VA); Remote; USD 76,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a Senior Database Administrator for a 100% US-based remote role. The candidate will manage Oracle and SQL Server databases, focusing on performance, security, and backup/recovery, while collaborating with VA IT staff and developers.

Required are 8+ years of database administration experience, a Bachelor's degree in CS/IT, and eligibility for a Public Trust (MBI). This Full Time role emphasizes security, documentation, and adherence to best practices.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in database administration.
• Experience with Oracle and SQL Server databases.
• Experience with backup, recovery, security, and performance tuning.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and upgrade DBMS systems.
• Create and manage database objects (tables, indexes, views, procedures).
• Monitor and maintain database performance and security.
• Develop backup and recovery strategies and perform drills.
• Collaborate with developers and IT staff to resolve issues.
• Maintain documentation of configurations and procedures.

Skills

Oracle databases

SQL Server databases

Database performance tuning

Backup and recovery

Database security management

PL/SQL

Query optimization

Automation basics

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT

Tools

Monitoring tools

SQL tooling

Job description

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a Senior Database Administrator for a 100% US-based remote role. The candidate will manage Oracle and SQL Server databases, focusing on performance, security, and backup/recovery, while collaborating with VA IT staff and developers.

Required are 8+ years of database administration experience, a Bachelor's degree in CS/IT, and eligibility for a Public Trust (MBI). This Full Time role emphasizes security, documentation, and adherence to best practices.