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Prolim Global

Database Administrator 4

Lansing, MI · On-site

$75 - $80/hr

Database Administrator IV Location: Hybrid (2 days onsite - Wednesday and Thursday) Duration: 12 ... Azure DevOps: 6+ years * Scrum / Agile Environments: 6+ years * 12-14 years overall experience in ...

FastTek

Database Administrator

Jackson, MI

Administer, maintain, and optimize Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL environments to ensure high availability, performance, and security. * Perform database installations, upgrades, patching ...

Prolim Global

Portfolio - Senior Data Engineer

Lansing, MI · On-site

$107K - $146K/yr

Microsoft Azure Database Administrator Associate * Certified Business Intelligence Professional (CBIP) * Project Management Professional (PMP) * PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) Certified ...

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As of Aug 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for azure database administrator associate in Michigan is $42.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.51 and $51.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Azure Database Administrator Associate vs Azure Data Engineer?

AspectAzure Database Administrator AssociateAzure Data Engineer
CertificationsMicrosoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator AssociateMicrosoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate
Work FocusManaging, monitoring, and optimizing Azure databasesDesigning and building data solutions on Azure
Work EnvironmentDatabase management teams, IT departments

Azure Database Administrator Associates focus on maintaining and optimizing Azure databases, ensuring data security and performance. In contrast, Azure Data Engineers design and implement data pipelines and solutions. While both roles require knowledge of Azure services, the DBA role emphasizes database management, whereas Data Engineers focus on data architecture and integration.

What is an Azure Database Administrator Associate?

An Azure Database Administrator Associate is an IT professional certified by Microsoft who is skilled in managing and maintaining cloud-based database solutions using Microsoft Azure. Their responsibilities include implementing and managing the operational aspects of cloud-native and hybrid data platform solutions built with SQL Server and Azure Data Services. They ensure database availability, security, and performance, handle backup and recovery, and monitor resources. Earning the Azure Database Administrator Associate certification demonstrates proficiency in deploying, managing, and optimizing Azure database environments.

What are some common challenges faced by Azure Database Administrator Associates when managing cloud-based databases?

Azure Database Administrator Associates often encounter challenges such as ensuring database security in a cloud environment, optimizing performance for variable workloads, and managing costs associated with cloud resources. They must be adept at configuring backups, monitoring system health, and responding to incidents or outages promptly. Collaboration with application developers and cloud architects is key to aligning database performance with overall system requirements and ensuring data integrity across distributed platforms.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Azure Database Administrator Associate?

To thrive as an Azure Database Administrator Associate, you need a solid understanding of database management, SQL query writing, and experience with cloud-based database solutions, often backed by a Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate certification. Familiarity with Microsoft Azure portal, Azure SQL Database, backup and disaster recovery tools, and monitoring systems is essential. Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you collaborate with teams and address complex technical issues. These competencies are crucial for ensuring database reliability, optimizing performance, and supporting business continuity in cloud environments.
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Database Administrator 5 - MiARC Senior DBA

PROLIM Global Corporation

Lansing, MI • On-site

$50.50 - $69.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Database Administrator 5 - MiARC Senior DBA
Location: 235 S Grand Ave Lansing Michigan 48933
Number of Positions: 1
The Database Administrator 5 position will work as a contract resource for the State of Michigan - Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) supporting the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) for the Michigan Accounts Receivable and Collections (MiARC) Project.
As a Senior-level Database Administrator, the resource will:
• Participate in 24x7 software and hardware support including Disaster Recovery and incident response support, following industry and DTMB development standards.
• Help develop and/or submit for approval, plans for installation, patch management maintenance, upgrades and support for the Database systems.
• Evaluate impacts of change and new technology, recommend solutions to persistent problems, and serve as an Agency Services liaison to external consultants.
Individual tasks related to the duty:
• Follow and enforce database standards, policies & procedures. Research and draft guidelines within the boundaries of current policies and standards.
• Monitor space allocation across databases. perform adjustments in test and development environments as necessary and as prescribed by predefined standards/guidelines.
• Calculate disk space requirements for existing and/or new installations of existing business needs
• Modify DBMS parameters based on capacity changes.
• Configure and execute database integrity checks.
• Monitor for database integrity checks.
• Install database base management software for development and test environments.
• Install database patches and service packs for development and test environments.
• Monitor and support clustered database environments.
• Monitor and support database replication and backup environments.
• Implement the strategy to release unused space or repair fragmentation in test and development environments.
• Execute (run) scripts provided by Systems Analysts or Database Architect/Designer for creating and modifying database objects (tables, views, constraints, indexes, etc.)
• Monitor database back-ups to ensure recoverability. Troubleshoot backup errors.
• Monitor database jobs and scheduled processes in development, test and production environments. Participate in troubleshooting.
• Monitor database environments (using alert logs, trace files, alert mechanisms, and other tools) for issues and problems with database functionality, connectivity, or downtime.
• Follow standards and guidelines for database space allocation based on best practices and implementation considerations based on business requirements.
Skill Descriptions
• 7+ years of Database administration specifically on SQL Server 16 and upwards.
• In-depth knowledge of Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server on Azure VMs, including their features, limitations, and best practices.
• Proven experience in implementing and managing HA / DR solutions like Always On Availability Groups, geo-replication, and point-in-time restore.
• Expertise in Transparent Data Encryption within SQL Server.
• Over 3+ years of experience creating, updating and maintaining systems documentation.
• Strong understanding of database security principles, including user management, role-based access control, data encryption, and compliance regulations.
• Proficient in designing, implementing, and testing robust backup and recovery strategies for Azure SQL databases.
• Experience with Azure Monitor, Azure Log Analytics, and other tools for proactive monitoring, alerting, and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in scripting languages like PowerShell or Python for automating routine tasks, deployments, and management.
• Experience with migrating on-premises SQL Server databases to Azure SQL platforms.
• Familiarity with ETL processes and tools like Azure Data Factory or SSIS for data integration.
• Advanced skills in identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks, including query optimization, index tuning, and database configuration.

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