Database Administrator

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

SQL Server Administration & Infrastructure

• Install, configure, patch, and maintain SQL Server (2016, 2019, 2022) in a VMware-based, on-prem environment

• Administer Failover Cluster Instances (FCI) and Always On Availability Groups

• Partner with infrastructure teams on VM sizing, storage (VMDK/RDM), and HA/vMotion compatibility

• Monitor system health, performance, and uptime across all environments

Performance & Capacity Management

• Monitor and tune performance using SSMS, Query Store, Extended Events, DMVs, and execution plans

• Troubleshoot query issues, blocking, deadlocks, and resource contention

• Manage indexing, statistics, and maintenance plans

• Conduct capacity planning for CPU, memory, and storage in coordination with infrastructure teams

Backup, Recovery & Disaster Recovery

• Design and maintain backup strategies (full, differential, transaction logs) aligned with RPO/RTO

• Perform and validate routine database restores

• Maintain and test DR processes, including AG and FCI failover/failback

• Coordinate SQL-aware backups with VMware snapshot tools (e.g., Veeam)

Security & Compliance

• Implement security features (TDE, Always Encrypted, row-level security, auditing)

• Manage access controls following least privilege principles

• Integrate with Active Directory and Azure AD (Entra ID)

• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, internal policies, and audit requirements

• Remediate vulnerabilities identified through scans and audits

Automation & Job Management

• Develop T-SQL and PowerShell scripts to automate DBA tasks

• Manage SQL Server Agent jobs (backups, DBCC, indexing, alerts, reporting)

• Standardize configurations across environments

• Support database deployments via CI/CD tools (e.g., SSDT, Flyway, Liquibase)

Documentation & Collaboration

• Maintain documentation for configurations, processes, and runbooks

• Participate in change management and after-hours deployments

• Collaborate with infrastructure, networking, security, and application teams

• Provide Tier 2/3 support and participate in 24×7 on-call rotation

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field

• Relevant technical certification in Microsoft SQL Server or equivalent preferred

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on Microsoft SQL Server administration in a production environment

• Experience with Always On Availability Groups and/or Windows Server Failover Clustering

• Experience supporting SQL Server in a VMware-virtualized environment

• Proficiency with T-SQL, SQL Server Agent, SSMS, and performance tuning tools (Query Store, Extended Events, DMVs, execution plans)

• Experience with backup and recovery strategies, including transaction log management

• Working knowledge of Windows Server and Active Directory

• Experience with PowerShell scripting for automation

• Understanding of database security practices (user/role management, TDE, auditing)

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently

• Effective communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment and participate in an on-call rotation

SPECIALIZATION

• Deep expertise in SQL Server performance tuning and optimization using advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting tools

• Advanced implementation and support of high availability architectures, including Always On Availability Groups and Failover Cluster Instances

• Hands-on experience optimizing SQL Server workloads within VMware environments, including VM sizing, storage configuration, and HA/DRS alignment

• Advanced T-SQL development for performance-critical database objects and query optimization

CERTIFICATIONS

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate (DP-300)

• VMware Certified Professional – Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCV) or equivalent certification

• Experience with SQL Server data platform tools, including SSIS, SSRS, and SSAS

• Experience with database monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds DPA, SentryOne SQL Sentry, Redgate SQL Monitor)

• Exposure to Azure SQL Managed Instance or Azure Arc-enabled SQL Server environments

• Experience with database DevOps and source control practices (e.g., SSDT, Git, Flyway, Liquibase)

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS: After-hours availability is required for scheduled maintenance windows, emergency database incidents, and participation in the IT on-call rotation. Employees working in an administrative role who are Medic-certified EMT/EMT-P may be considered essential personnel depending on circumstances

Interested applicants must ensure completion of the following steps NO LATER THAN JUNE 11TH 2026 to be considered for the position.

• Complete the online application and upload a resume in the UKG recruitment portal.

SALARY RANGE. Starting at $43.22/hour, with higher compensation based on experience and qualifications.

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