AI Summary
Provide comprehensive database support for a key federal client, the Government Publishing Office (GPO). Troubleshoot daily SQL Server and SQL Cluster issues. Manage and maintain SQL Always ON clusters and standalone SQL databases.
Key Highlights
Provide daily support, development, and maintenance for SQL, Oracle, and other database environments
Troubleshoot daily SQL Server and SQL Cluster issues
Manage and maintain SQL Always ON clusters and standalone SQL databases
Respond to and resolve database-related requests and incidents via the ServiceNow ticketing system
Communicate effectively with technical teams, business area managers, and GPO leadership
Technical Skills Required
Benefits & Perks
Fully Remote (USA)
US Citizen or legally authorized to work in the US (Green Card holder, H1B, etc.)
Pass a GPO background investigation for a Public Trust position
Job Description
Title Senior SQL Database Administrator
Interview Web cam or Inperson
Duration Full Time
Location Fully Remote (USA)
Candidate Mandatory Qualifications
- Minimum eight (8) years of professional database management experience.
- Expert-level proficiency in MS SQL Server (all versions), SQL Server, and SQL Cluster Environments.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the following:
- Oracle (19c or similar)
- MariaDB
- MySQL
- PostgreSQL
- MS Access (legacy support)
- Experience with cloud database environments (Azure SQL).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a distributed team.
- Must be a US Citizen or legally authorized to work in the US (Green Card holder, H1B, etc.).
- Must be able to pass a GPO background investigation for a Public Trust position.
About the Role
- We are seeking a Senior SQL DBA to provide comprehensive database support for a key federal client, the Government Publishing Office (GPO).
- You will be one of four Key Personnel responsible for the support, development, and maintenance of the GPO's database environment.
- This role requires expert-level SQL Server skills combined with broad proficiency across a range of database technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide daily support, development, and maintenance for SQL, Oracle, and other database environments.
- Troubleshoot daily SQL Server and SQL Cluster issues, including system setup, configuration, and error triage.
- Manage and maintain SQL Always ON clusters and standalone SQL databases.
- Respond to and resolve database-related requests and incidents via the ServiceNow ticketing system.
- Assist users in creating and building new SQL and Oracle databases.
- Troubleshoot database-related issues for applications such as SharePoint and Microsoft Power Apps.
- Perform periodic after-hours activities (patching, server reboots) as scheduled in advance.
- Maintain database architecture documentation, runbooks, and configuration guides.
- Deliver a weekly activity report detailing support activities and accomplishments.
- Communicate effectively with technical teams, business area managers, and GPO leadership.