SQL Database Administrator

InterSources Inc; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is seeking a Database Administrator – Advanced to manage SQL Server environments. This fully remote role requires a South Carolina resident. Key responsibilities include assessing databases for migration, optimizing performance, and ensuring security compliance. The ideal candidate has over five years of experience as a Senior SQL Server DBA and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science. Experience with database migration and encryption management is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience as a Senior SQL Server DBA.
• 1+ year of experience migrating application databases between versions and platforms.
• Experience managing roles, permissions, and encryption.

Responsibilities

• Assess existing SQL Server databases for migration readiness.
• Plan and execute migrations between versions and platforms.
• Install, configure, maintain, and monitor SQL Server environments.

Skills

Senior SQL Server DBA experience

Database migration between versions and platforms

Backup and Restore experience

Database security management

SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)

Database design and normalization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Job Title: Database Administrator – Advanced (9798)

Duration: 12 Months (Extension Possible)

Location: Columbia, SC 29201

Work Location: Fully Remote

Candidate Location Requirement: MUST be a South Carolina resident (No relocation allowed)

Key Responsibilities

Database Migration & Modernization

• Assess existing SQL Server databases for migration readiness
• Plan and execute migrations between versions and platforms
• Support on-premises and cloud-based database transitions
• Perform schema conversions, data transformations, and validation
• Ensure minimal downtime and data integrity during migrations
• Coordinate with application, infrastructure, and vendor teams

Database Administration & Support

• Install, configure, maintain, and monitor SQL Server environments
• Manage Backup and Restore strategies (full, differential, transactional)
• Optimize database performance and tuning

Security & Compliance

• Manage roles, permissions, and access control
• Implement encryption and database security best practices
• Support compliance with state IT standards and regulations
• Implement Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) (preferred)

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (experience may substitute year-for-year)
• 5+ years’ experience as a Senior SQL Server DBA
• 1+ year experience migrating application databases between versions and platforms
• 5+ years of Backup/Restore experienceSQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) experience
• Experience managing roles, permissions, and encryption

Preferred Skills

• Experience implementing Transparent Data Encryption (TDE)
• Database design and normalization expertise