Little Rock, AR · On-site
$48 - $60/hr
Job ID: (761946) Sr. SQL DBA Location: Little Rock, AR Duration: 12+ Months Client: DFA -ON-SITE ONLY -Expert Level SQL Database Administrator -Position is available for extensions. MINIMUM: 7 Years ...
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Little Rock, AR · On-site
$48 - $60/hr
Job ID: (761946) Sr. SQL DBA Location: Little Rock, AR Duration: 12+ Months Client: DFA -ON-SITE ONLY -Expert Level SQL Database Administrator -Position is available for extensions. MINIMUM: 7 Years ...
Saint Louis, MO · On-site +1
$48.50 - $60.75/hr
Proven experience as a SQL Server DBA in a large-scale production environment, with a strong emphasis on operational tasks. * In-depth knowledge of SQL Server internals, including geoclustering ...
Saint Louis, MO · On-site +1
$48.50 - $60.75/hr
Proven experience as a SQL Server DBA in a large-scale production environment, with a strong emphasis on operational tasks. * In-depth knowledge of SQL Server internals, including geoclustering ...
Troy, MI · On-site
$47.50 - $59.25/hr
Title: Sr. SQL Database Administrator Location: Metro Detroit, MI Citizenship: U.S. Citizen/GreenCard Holder Duration: contract Department: Information Systems Job Summary: The Database Administrator ...
Troy, MI · On-site
$47.50 - $59.25/hr
Title: Sr. SQL Database Administrator Location: Metro Detroit, MI Citizenship: U.S. Citizen/GreenCard Holder Duration: contract Department: Information Systems Job Summary: The Database Administrator ...
Little Rock, AR · On-site
$48 - $60/hr
Position : Sr. SQL Database Administrator Location : Little Rock, AR Onsite (Must be local) Duration : Long term contract Interview : 2nd round will be onsite Description The SENIOR SQL Database ...
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Little Rock, AR · On-site
$48 - $60/hr
Position : Sr. SQL Database Administrator Location : Little Rock, AR Onsite (Must be local) Duration : Long term contract Interview : 2nd round will be onsite Description The SENIOR SQL Database ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$51.50 - $64.50/hr
Five years of work experience in a Microsoft SQL DBA role with current certification as a Microsoft Certified solution Expert (MCSE). Data Platform or eight years of work experience in a Microsoft ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$51.50 - $64.50/hr
Five years of work experience in a Microsoft SQL DBA role with current certification as a Microsoft Certified solution Expert (MCSE). Data Platform or eight years of work experience in a Microsoft ...
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Blue Bell, PA · On-site
$60 - $65/hr
Our client is looking for a SQL DBA to manage the SQL environment, 12 production servers, 70 servers in total running SQL. On prem and virtual databases running Tier 1 applications, primarily Finance ...
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Blue Bell, PA · On-site
$60 - $65/hr
Our client is looking for a SQL DBA to manage the SQL environment, 12 production servers, 70 servers in total running SQL. On prem and virtual databases running Tier 1 applications, primarily Finance ...
Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site
$148K - $158K/yr
SQL Database Administrator Location: Fort Meade, MD Shift: Day Remote Type: No Remote Clearance: Active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph is required Certification: Security+ CE Education:
Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site
$148K - $158K/yr
SQL Database Administrator Location: Fort Meade, MD Shift: Day Remote Type: No Remote Clearance: Active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph is required Certification: Security+ CE Education:
Sacramento, CA · On-site
$46.25 - $57.75/hr
SQL DBA Location: Sacramento, CA Duration: 12+ months In person interview & Onsite role Client is looking for SQL Database Administrator with expertise in performance tuning, indexing, SQL Clustering ...
Sacramento, CA · On-site
$46.25 - $57.75/hr
SQL DBA Location: Sacramento, CA Duration: 12+ months In person interview & Onsite role Client is looking for SQL Database Administrator with expertise in performance tuning, indexing, SQL Clustering ...
Colorado Springs, CO · On-site
$49.25 - $61.50/hr
General information Job Posting Title SQL Database Administrator Date Friday, May 22, 2026 City Colorado Springs State CO Country United States Working time Full-time Description & Requirements ...
Colorado Springs, CO · On-site
$49.25 - $61.50/hr
General information Job Posting Title SQL Database Administrator Date Friday, May 22, 2026 City Colorado Springs State CO Country United States Working time Full-time Description & Requirements ...
Orange, CA · On-site
$53.25 - $66.75/hr
SQL DBA Duration: 6+ Months Location: Orange, CA ( Remote role but candidate need to be local to LA, CA) Job Summary The Database Administrator, Sr. manages the day-to-day operations of all SQL ...
Orange, CA · On-site
$53.25 - $66.75/hr
SQL DBA Duration: 6+ Months Location: Orange, CA ( Remote role but candidate need to be local to LA, CA) Job Summary The Database Administrator, Sr. manages the day-to-day operations of all SQL ...
Des Moines, IA · On-site
$48.75 - $61/hr
Online Database Support Engineer / DBA - Key Responsibilities * Manage and administer Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server databases across on-premises and cloud environments. * Ensure database ...
Des Moines, IA · On-site
$48.75 - $61/hr
Online Database Support Engineer / DBA - Key Responsibilities * Manage and administer Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server databases across on-premises and cloud environments. * Ensure database ...
New York, NY · On-site
$54.75 - $68.50/hr
As a SQL Database Administrator, you will be part of a team of Database Administrators remotely supporting multiple SQL Server installations on our client's systems all over the world. You will be ...
New York, NY · On-site
$54.75 - $68.50/hr
As a SQL Database Administrator, you will be part of a team of Database Administrators remotely supporting multiple SQL Server installations on our client's systems all over the world. You will be ...
Charlotte, NC · On-site
$48.75 - $61/hr
Role: SQL DBA Location: ONSITE- Charlotte NC Duration: 6 months Contract Descriptions: This role is responsible for ensuring data integrity, performance, availability, security, and regulatory ...
Charlotte, NC · On-site
$48.75 - $61/hr
Role: SQL DBA Location: ONSITE- Charlotte NC Duration: 6 months Contract Descriptions: This role is responsible for ensuring data integrity, performance, availability, security, and regulatory ...
Medford, OR · On-site
$50.50 - $63.25/hr
SQL DBA Medford, OR 4-7 Months+ Note: Its a W2 role, no C2C at this moment any visa works. Thanks! 1. SQL 2. Sharding 3. Performance Monitor • 8+ years of experience in database administration and ...
Medford, OR · On-site
$50.50 - $63.25/hr
SQL DBA Medford, OR 4-7 Months+ Note: Its a W2 role, no C2C at this moment any visa works. Thanks! 1. SQL 2. Sharding 3. Performance Monitor • 8+ years of experience in database administration and ...
$148K - $158K/yr
SQL Database Administrator Location: Fort Meade, MD Shift: Day Remote Type: No Remote Clearance: Active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph is required Certification: Security+ CE Education:
$148K - $158K/yr
SQL Database Administrator Location: Fort Meade, MD Shift: Day Remote Type: No Remote Clearance: Active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph is required Certification: Security+ CE Education:
Milwaukee, WI · Remote
$51.25 - $64/hr
Work with 3rd party vendors to install, configure and support applications installed to infrastructure servers, and work with the Level two SQL DBA. Key Responsibilities: * Troubleshooting Microsoft ...
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Milwaukee, WI · Remote
$51.25 - $64/hr
Work with 3rd party vendors to install, configure and support applications installed to infrastructure servers, and work with the Level two SQL DBA. Key Responsibilities: * Troubleshooting Microsoft ...
Lansing, MI · On-site
$50.75 - $63.50/hr
SQL DBA Location: Lansing, MI Duration: 12 months Interview mode: Face to Face * Microsoft SQL Server Administration, Required, 10 Years • Microsoft Windows Server Administration/Support, Highly ...
Lansing, MI · On-site
$50.75 - $63.50/hr
SQL DBA Location: Lansing, MI Duration: 12 months Interview mode: Face to Face * Microsoft SQL Server Administration, Required, 10 Years • Microsoft Windows Server Administration/Support, Highly ...
$48 - $60/hr
MUST HAVE: 5+ years of progressive MS SQL DBA experience Experience with database design, scripting, implementation and maintenance Experience with data modeling tools and data model development From ...
$48 - $60/hr
MUST HAVE: 5+ years of progressive MS SQL DBA experience Experience with database design, scripting, implementation and maintenance Experience with data modeling tools and data model development From ...
Charlotte, NC · On-site
$47 - $58.75/hr
SQL Database Administrator- Always On & High Availability Hybrid Work Opportunity This position will work in our Charlotte office every Tuesday. Candidates must reside in the Charlotte, NC area.
Charlotte, NC · On-site
$47 - $58.75/hr
SQL Database Administrator- Always On & High Availability Hybrid Work Opportunity This position will work in our Charlotte office every Tuesday. Candidates must reside in the Charlotte, NC area.
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A SQL Database Administrator (DBA) freelance job involves managing, optimizing, and securing databases for clients on a contract or project basis. Freelance DBAs are responsible for database installation, configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and performance tuning. They may work with businesses of all sizes to ensure data integrity, security, and availability. Typically, they use SQL-based database management systems such as MySQL, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL. Freelancers enjoy flexibility in choosing projects, setting rates, and working remotely or on-site as needed.
To thrive as an SQL Database Administrator Freelance, you need expertise in SQL database management, performance tuning, backup and recovery, and strong troubleshooting abilities, often backed by a degree in computer science or related certifications like Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate. Familiarity with database platforms such as Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle, and tools like SSMS or phpMyAdmin is highly beneficial. Exceptional problem-solving skills, effective client communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects autonomously help you excel in the freelance landscape. These abilities ensure databases remain secure, efficient, and reliable, meeting the evolving needs of different clients and projects.
Freelance SQL Database Administrators often face challenges such as managing multiple clients with diverse database environments, ensuring data security across varying infrastructures, and keeping up with the latest updates and best practices. Balancing competing project deadlines and responding promptly to urgent issues like downtime or data loss can require strong organizational skills and proactive communication. To address these challenges, it's important to implement robust backup and monitoring solutions, establish clear communication guidelines with clients, and continuously invest in professional development. Working as a freelancer also offers the flexibility to build expertise across industries, enhance your portfolio, and develop a wide professional network.
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$48 - $60/hr
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Job ID: (761946)
Sr. SQL DBA
Location: Little Rock, AR
Duration: 12+ Months
Client: DFA
-ON-SITE ONLY
-Expert Level SQL Database Administrator
-Position is available for extensions.
MINIMUM: 7 Years Experience SQL Server 2016 (or later versions) database administration:
Installing and upgrading SQL Servers, including applying service packs
Performing routine database maintenance
o Creating and scheduling SQL Server jobs to perform database maintenance activity
o Rebuilding indexes
o Updating statistics
o Consistency checks
o Monitoring error logs and event logs for database errors
SQL Server native tools and services
o SQL Server Profiler
o Index Tuning Advisor
o SQL Server Configuration Manager
o Extended Events
o Performance Monitor
o Dynamic Management View
o SQL Server Broker Service
o Linked Servers
o MSDTC
o SQL Server System Databases
o Database Mail
o SQL Server Health Checks and Policies
Managing SQL Server security and auditing
o User security
o Database roles
o Authentication methods
o SQL Server and database auditing
o Encryption at rest, transit, and backup
Capacity Planning for storage and database objects
o Maintaining and managing SQL Server disk space to ensure storage is properly utilized
o Index and statistics usage
o Managing disk storage for Windows Failover Cluster Service (WFSC)
Database backup and recovery
o Establishing standards and schedules for database backups
o Developing recovery procedures to meet RPO and RTO
o Restoring databases with point in time recovery
Creating and testing Disaster Recovery plans
Proficient in TSQL coding, tuning, and ETL methodologies
SQL Server High Availability Methods
o Mirroring
o Always On
Required: 5 Years Windows Server Administration experience:
Building and maintaining Windows Host and Guest Servers
Installing and managing end point protection
Nessus configuration and vulnerability scans
Application Server, Web Server, File Server, and FTP Server configuration and maintenance
Utilizing PowerShell for administration tasks
Windows Failover Cluster configuration and maintenance
Windows Server Roles and Features
.NET Framework Components
Preferred Knowledge and Skills:
Experience with FAST GenTax/DS-VS architecture and application maintenance
Familiarity with industry security standards (PUB1075, FIPS, and PII)
Cloud computing knowledge
F5 administration
Firewall administration and maintenance
SAN, RAID Controller, and other storage device maintenance knowledge
Active Directory knowledge (GPO, FQDN, DNS Server, SPN)
Email, SMTP, and Proxy Server troubleshooting
Web Services development and support
Availability to provide 24 hour support
Strong communication skills, both oral and written
