Senior Database Analyst - Cloud & Azure SQL (Remote)

Oregon Inc; Salem (OR); Remote; USD 76,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Oregon Health Authority is seeking a Database Analyst (IS Specialist 7) to lead enterprise database infrastructure, including Azure SQL platforms, backups, security, and performance tuning. The role emphasizes independent decision‑making, vendor coordination, and complex project leadership.

The position supports on‑premises and cloud environments, with a focus on compliance (HIPAA/CJIS) and data integrity. It offers remote options and a competitive state benefits package.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience administering enterprise MS SQL/Azure SQL environments.
• Experience with backup, recovery, security, and performance tuning in cloud/on‑prem environments.
• Proficiency in T‑SQL, PowerShell, and automation with CI/CD workflows.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced DBMS expertise and leadership across projects.
• Design, implement, and maintain highly available database environments.
• Collaborate with vendors and teams to ensure compliant, secure data services.
• Support modernization initiatives and data integration platforms.

Skills

T-SQL

PowerShell

DB automation

Cloud data platforms

Performance tuning

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS or related field

Associate’s degree in IT/CS or related field

Master’s degree may substitute for all qualifications

Tools

Azure SQL Database

Azure SQL Managed Instance

SQL Server on Azure VMs

Git

Azure Data Factory

Azure Synapse Analytics

Azure Data Lake Storage

Azure Databricks

Microsoft Purview

Job description

Oregon Health Authority is seeking a Database Analyst (IS Specialist 7) to lead enterprise database infrastructure, including Azure SQL platforms, backups, security, and performance tuning. The role emphasizes independent decision‑making, vendor coordination, and complex project leadership.

The position supports on‑premises and cloud environments, with a focus on compliance (HIPAA/CJIS) and data integrity. It offers remote options and a competitive state benefits package.