Senior Database Administrator (Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL) with State Govt exp - HYBRID

Chandra Technologies, Inc; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Chandra Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Database Administrator in Raleigh, NC. The role focuses on installing, configuring, maintaining, and securing database systems to ensure high availability, performance, and data integrity across environments.

Responsibilities include performance tuning, backup/recovery design, security controls, and collaboration with developers to optimize database usage. Experience with Oracle/SQL Server/MySQL/PostgreSQL and cloud DBs is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with database management systems (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Knowledge of SQL, backup/recovery, and security best practices.
• Experience with cloud database technologies (Azure SQL, AWS RDS, Cloud SQL).
• Experience with performance tuning, query optimization, and capacity planning.
• Familiarity with programming languages, APIs, and database design principles.
• Experience in compliant, healthcare/government-friendly environments.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain database servers and application tools.
• Establish storage requirements and modify database structures as needed.
• Perform regular maintenance, debugging, patching, and performance tuning.
• Monitor performance, identify bottlenecks, and optimize strategies.
• Tune queries, indexing, and database parameters for efficiency.
• Set up cybersecurity measures, authentication controls, and security policies.
• Manage user permissions, auditing, and data protection.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and data governance.

Skills

SQL & DB design

Performance tuning

Security best practices

Cloud databases

Backup & recovery

Compliance awareness

Analytical problem solving

Cross-functional communication

Tools

Oracle

SQL Server

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Azure SQL

AWS RDS

Job description

Job Description

• Crop to Crop resumes are accepted

DHHS is seeking a Database Administrator (DBA) who will be responsible for installing, configuring, maintaining, and securing an organization’s database systems. This role ensures high availability, performance, integrity, and security of data across production, test, and development environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain database servers and application tools.
• Establish system storage requirements and modify database structures as needed.
• Perform regular maintenance (debugging, patching, performance tuning, reporting).
• Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimization strategies.
• Tune SQL queries, indexing strategy, and database parameters to improve efficiency.
• Set up cybersecurity measures, authentication controls, and enforce security policies.
• Manage user permissions, privileges, and audit activities to protect sensitive data.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational data governance requirements.
• Design and implement backup and disaster recovery strategies.
• Ensure availability and integrity of backed-up data and support recovery operations.
• Support database design, schema creation, and testing activities.
• Consult with developers and stakeholders to ensure optimal database usage.
• Implement event triggers, stored procedures, and performance alerts.
• Monitor transaction volumes, concurrency, response times, and other performance indicators.
• Perform housekeeping tasks such as tuning, indexing, and data cleanup.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with database management systems (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Strong knowledge of SQL, database architecture, backup/recovery, and security best practices.
• Experience with cloud database technologies (Azure SQL, AWS RDS, Cloud SQL).
• Experience with performance tuning, query optimization, and capacity planning.
• Familiarity with programming languages, APIs, and database design principles.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of compliance‑heavy environments (healthcare, finance, government).

Required Skills

• Hands‑on experience with database management systems (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Strong knowledge of SQL, database architecture, backup/recovery, and security best practices.
• Experience with performance tuning, query optimization, and capacity planning.
• Knowledge of modern database technologies and strategies for migrating and modernizing database systems
• Familiarity with programming languages, APIs, and database design principles.
• Experience with cloud database technologies (Azure SQL, AWS RDS, Cloud SQL).
• Experience with Agile/Scrum Framework environments.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with cross‑functional teams, including developers, business analysts, and stakeholders.

Desired Skills

State Government experience