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Interon IT Solutions

Azure Cosmos DBA

Chantilly, VA · Remote

$65 - $84.75/hr

Azure Cosmos DBA Location: Remote Contract Type: W2 Long Term Contract Job Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled Azure Cosmos DBA to join our team on a contract basis. This individual will be ...

ActioNet

Database Administrator

Silver Spring, MD · Hybrid

Administer Azure-hosted database services , including Azure SQL, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and Azure Database for PostgreSQL/MySQL. * Support data ingestion, transformation, and storage services ...

ActioNet

Database Administrator

Silver Spring, MD · Hybrid

Administer Azure-hosted database services , including Azure SQL, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and Azure Database for PostgreSQL/MySQL. * Support data ingestion, transformation, and storage services ...

ActioNet

Database Administrator

Silver Spring, MD · Hybrid

Administer Azure-hosted database services , including Azure SQL, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and Azure Database for PostgreSQL/MySQL. * Support data ingestion, transformation, and storage services ...

Koniag, Inc.

Senior Database Administrator (DBA)

Smyrna, GA · On-site

$48.75 - $67/hr

Koniag IT Systems, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company , is seeking a Senior Database ... Azure Database Administrator Associate). Experience: * 8-12 years of experience in enterprise ...

kgs

Senior Database Administrator (DBA)

Petersburg, VA · Hybrid

$48.75 - $67/hr

Koniag IT Systems, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company , is seeking a Senior Database ... Azure Database Administrator Associate). Experience: * 8-12 years of experience in enterprise ...

kgs

Senior Database Administrator (DBA)

Bedford, MA · Hybrid

$52.25 - $72/hr

Koniag IT Systems, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company , is seeking a Senior Database ... Azure Database Administrator Associate). Experience: * 8-12 years of experience in enterprise ...

Wilen

Database Administrator

Deerfield Beach, FL · On-site

We are seeking a Database Administrator (DBA) with strong Microsoft SQL Server and Azure experience to support the reliability, performance, security, and day-to-day operation of our database ...

Eversana

Sr. Database Administrator

Chicago, IL · On-site

$51.25 - $70.50/hr

THE POSITION : The Waltz Health Sr. Database Administrator's primary role is to oversee the ... Ability to work in the Azure environment * Provide DBA support for enterprise monitoring, backup ...

The Blue Venture Fund

Sr. Database Administrator

Chicago, IL · On-site

$51.25 - $70.50/hr

THE POSITION : The Waltz Health Sr. Database Administrator's primary role is to oversee the ... Ability to work in the Azure environment * Provide DBA support for enterprise monitoring, backup ...

EVERSANA

Sr. Database Administrator

Chicago, IL · On-site

$51.25 - $70.50/hr

THE POSITION : The Waltz Health Sr. Database Administrator's primary role is to oversee the ... Ability to work in the Azure environment * Provide DBA support for enterprise monitoring, backup ...

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Senior Azure Database Administrators are experienced IT professionals who manage, maintain, and optimize databases hosted on Microsoft's Azure cloud platform. Their responsibilities include configuring, monitoring, and securing databases, ensuring high availability and disaster recovery, and implementing performance tuning strategies. They also collaborate with development and operations teams to design scalable database solutions and support business applications. Typically, these administrators have strong expertise in SQL, cloud computing, automation, and security best practices.

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To thrive as a Senior Azure Database Administrator, you need advanced expertise in database management, performance tuning, and security, typically supported by a degree in computer science or a related field and significant experience in database administration. Proficiency with Microsoft Azure services, SQL Server, automation tools like PowerShell, and certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate are highly valued. Strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills set top professionals apart in this role. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring database reliability, optimizing cloud resources, and supporting business-critical applications in dynamic cloud environments.

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Senior Azure Database Administrators often encounter challenges such as compatibility issues between legacy systems and Azure services, data transfer bottlenecks, and ensuring minimal downtime during migration. Addressing these challenges typically involves thorough pre-migration assessments, leveraging Azure Database Migration Service, and careful planning of cutover strategies. Collaboration with application owners and network teams is crucial to ensure a seamless transition and post-migration performance optimization. Staying up to date with Azure's evolving tools and best practices can also help mitigate risks during these projects.

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

AspectSenior Azure Database AdministratorAzure Data Engineer
CertificationsAzure Database certifications, Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator AssociateAzure Data Engineer certifications, Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate
Work EnvironmentDatabase management, performance tuning, security, backupsData pipeline development, data integration, ETL processes
Industry UsageIT, finance, healthcare, any industry with large data needsData analytics, big data, cloud solutions across industries

The Senior Azure Database Administrator primarily manages and maintains Azure databases, focusing on performance, security, and backups. In contrast, an Azure Data Engineer designs and builds data pipelines and integrates data from various sources. While both roles require Azure certifications and work within cloud environments, their core responsibilities differ, with the administrator focusing on database health and the data engineer on data flow and processing.

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Senior SQL Database Administrator

Warren, NJ • On-site

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$51.50 - $70.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Design, deploy, configure, and manage SQL Server on Azure, Azure SQL Database, and Azure SQL Managed Instance.

  • Monitor and tune database performance, analyze query execution, and work with development teams to improve schema design and indexing strategies.

  • Design and support high availability and disaster recovery solutions using Azure-native capabilities and automate routine DBA tasks.

Job description

THE ROLE

The SeniorSQL Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for the architecture,administration, performance, security, and availability of Microsoft SQLworkloads in a fully Azure-based environment. This role providestechnical leadership for Azure SQL platforms, ensures high availability anddisaster recovery, and partners with application,DevOps, Infrastructure and security teams to supportmission critical cloud-native solutions. The Senior SQL DBA plays a keyrole in driving operational excellence, automation, and continuous improvementacross Azure database services.

KEYRESPONSIBILITIES

Azure SQLPlatform Administration

  • Design, deploy, configure, and manage SQL Server on Azure, Azure SQL Database and Azure SQL Managed Instance
  • Own end-to-end lifecycle management of Azure SQL environments, including provisioning, scaling, patching, and retirement
  • Ensure optimal performance, availability, and reliability of production and nonproduction databases

CloudArchitecture & Optimization

  • Design cloud native SQL architectures aligned with Azure Well Architected Framework principles
  • Optimize database solutions for performance, scalability, cost efficiency, and resiliency
  • Implement and manage Azure features such as elastic pools, auto-scaling, and serverless where appropriate
  • Provide guidance on database architecture for new cloud applications and platform modernization efforts

PerformanceTuning & Monitoring

  • Monitor and tune database performance using Query Store, Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and native SQL tools
  • Analyze query execution plans, waits, blocking, and resource consumption
  • Work closely with development teams to improve schema design, indexing strategies, Deployment runbook optimization, Data Archival/Cleanup, and query performance
  • Proactively identify and mitigate performance risks before they impact customers

HighAvailability & Disaster Recovery

  • Design and support HA/DR solutions using Azure-native capabilities such as:
    • Shared Storage Failover Clusters
    • Availability Groups
    • Active geo-replication
    • Failover groups
    • Automated backups and point-in-time restore
    • Automate seamless Disaster Recovery solution
  • Define, test, and document RPO/RTO requirements
  • Conduct regular disaster recovery testing and validation

Security& Compliance

  • Implement database security best practices, including encryption at rest and in transit, auditing, and data masking
  • Integrate Azure SQL security with Azure Active Directory /Microsoft Entra authentication and managed identities
  • Enforce least privilege access and role-based security models
  • Support compliance requirements and participate in security assessments and audits

Automation& DevOps Enablement

  • Automate routine DBA tasks using PowerShell, TSQL, and Azure Automation
  • Support CI/CD pipelines for database deployments and schema changes
  • Improve reliability and consistency through infrastructure as code and automation standards

Leadership& Collaboration

  • Serve as the senior escalation point for complex database and performance issues
  • Mentor junior DBAs and provide technical guidance across teams
  • Collaborate closely with application, DevOps, cloud infrastructure, and security teams
  • Contribute to architectural reviews and cloud governance initiativesPositive and professional ability to collaborate in diversified geographical and cultural Team

Documentation& Standards

  • Create and maintain operational runbooks, architectural diagrams, and best practice documentation
  • Define and enforce Azure SQL standards and operational procedures
  • Stay current with Azure SQL features, platform updates, and industry best practices


LOCATION

  • Full Time, Hybrid Position to be filled in Warren, NJ
  • Candidate MUST be able to reliably commute daily
  • Availability for travel may be required after gaining sufficient knowledge
  • Relocation incentives or visa sponsorship NOT offered for this position

BENEFITS

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health, Dental, Vision insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave

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