SQL Database Administrator II - Migration & Performance Onsite

TEKsystems; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

TEKsystems in Richmond, VA is seeking a Database Administrator II for an onsite role. The position focuses on supporting a database migration initiative while day-to-day administering production SQL Server environments.

The ideal candidate will perform migrations, validation, backup/recovery, and performance optimization to ensure reliability. Requirements include 5+ years of SQL Server experience (2008–2019), strong troubleshooting, security management, and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience administering and managing production SQL Server databases.
• Experience with SQL Server versions 2008–2019.
• Experience performing database migrations and post‑migration validation.
• Strong knowledge of backup, restore, recovery, and monitoring processes.
• Proven troubleshooting experience in production database environments.
• Experience managing database security, permissions, and user access.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience creating and maintaining technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Administer, monitor, and maintain production Microsoft SQL Server databases.
• Support database migration projects to new environments.
• Validate database functionality and system performance after migrations.
• Perform database backup, restore, and recovery operations.
• Respond to and resolve database incidents and break/fix issues.
• Monitor database health, performance, and availability.
• Execute maintenance tasks, updates, and patches.
• Manage database security, permissions, and access controls.
• Troubleshoot performance, connectivity, and operational issues.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation and support records.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure stability and reliability.

Skills

Strong communication

Technical documentation

Tools

Microsoft SQL Server Administration

Database Migration & Validation

Backup & Recovery Management

Performance Monitoring & Troubleshooting

Incident Response & Break/Fix Support

Database Security Administration

SQL Server 2008-2019

Oracle Database (Preferred)

Job description

TEKsystems in Richmond, VA is seeking a Database Administrator II for an onsite role. The position focuses on supporting a database migration initiative while day-to-day administering production SQL Server environments.

The ideal candidate will perform migrations, validation, backup/recovery, and performance optimization to ensure reliability. Requirements include 5+ years of SQL Server experience (2008–2019), strong troubleshooting, security management, and documentation skills.