Remote SQL Server DBA — HA/DR, T-SQL, Tuning

GovCIO; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

GovCIO is seeking a Mid-Level SQL Server Database Administrator to support SQL Server platforms. The role is located in Washington, D.C. and will be fully remote within the United States.

The DBA will install, configure, and support SQL Server instances across dev, test, and production environments, build T‑SQL scripts and procedures, and perform routine maintenance including backups, patching, and DR drills. Collaboration with development, QA, and operations is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5–8 years of relevant database experience.
• Minimum 4 years SQL Server administration experience.
• Solid experience with SQL Server instances, T-SQL scripting, SQL Clustering, and HA/DR environments.
• Foundational experience with PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB, Oracle, and MS Access.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and support SQL Server instances across dev, test, and production environments.
• Develop T-SQL scripts, stored procedures, and functions.
• Perform routine database maintenance, backups, patching, and updates.
• Assist with SQL Server Clustering and Availability Groups.
• Monitor performance, identify issues, and execute tuning operations.
• Troubleshoot database connectivity, performance degradation, and service outages.
• Support data migration and integration projects involving PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, and MariaDB.
• Execute DR drills and maintain runbooks documenting recovery processes.
• Work collaboratively with development, QA, and operations teams.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MariaDB

Oracle

MS Access

Job description

GovCIO is seeking a Mid-Level SQL Server Database Administrator to support SQL Server platforms. The role is located in Washington, D.C. and will be fully remote within the United States.

The DBA will install, configure, and support SQL Server instances across dev, test, and production environments, build T‑SQL scripts and procedures, and perform routine maintenance including backups, patching, and DR drills. Collaboration with development, QA, and operations is essential.