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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Database Administrator - **Company:** Kforce Inc. - **Location:** Springfield, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cloud Computing, Cloud Database, Databases, Continuous Integration, Database Design, Database Security, DevOps, Disaster Recovery, Github, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Azure, Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Query Optimization, Power BI, SQL Databases, SQL Server Reporting Services, Systems Integration, Scripting, Software Troubleshooting, Database Performance, Indexer, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Deployment Automation, Tools for Reporting, Cloud Migration, SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), Terraform, Sql Tuning - **Published:** August 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/database-administrator-springfield-va-usa-58835728 ## About the Role * Azure Database Administrator or related Microsoft certifications * 5+ years of Database Administration experience * Expert-level Microsoft SQL Server administration experience * Strong experience supporting on-premise SQL Server environments * SQL performance tuning, query optimization, indexing, and database design * Backup, recovery, disaster recovery, and high-availability solutions * SQL Server replication and production support experience * PowerShell scripting and database automation experience * Experience working with Infrastructure, Development, and DevOps teams * Azure SQL or cloud database administration experience * Knowledge of database security, permissions, auditing, and compliance best practices * Experience supporting Power BI, SSRS, or enterprise reporting platforms * Familiarity with Terraform, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and GitHub Actions/CI-CD pipelines * Terraform and Infrastructure as Code expertise * GitHub Actions and CI/CD pipeline experience * Experience supporting large-scale modernization, cloud migration, or database transformation initiatives * Strong troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills ## Description Description Kforce's client in Springfield, MA that is seeking a Database Administrator to support and enhance enterprise Microsoft SQL Server environments. Summary: This role will focus heavily on on-prem SQL Server administration while also supporting cloud technologies, automation initiatives, reporting platforms, and database modernization efforts. The ideal candidate will combine strong DBA fundamentals with experience in automation, Infrastructure as Code, and DevOps collaboration. This position is 3 days onsite in Springfield MA. Responsibilities: * Administer, monitor, and maintain SQL Server databases across primarily on-premise environments * Ensure database availability, performance, security, and reliability * Manage backups, restores, disaster recovery planning, and SQL replication * Perform performance tuning, query optimization, indexing, and capacity planning * Troubleshoot production issues involving database performance, connectivity, and access * Support database upgrades, migrations, integrations, and modernization projects * Develop automation solutions using PowerShell and related scripting tools * Partner with Infrastructure, Engineering, Security, DevOps, and BI teams on enterprise initiatives * Contribute to Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD, and deployment automation efforts * Support Power BI, SSRS, and reporting-related database activities * Maintain documentation, standards, and operational procedures * Participate in an on-call rotation for critical production support Requirements * Azure Database Administrator or related Microsoft certifications * 5+ years of Database Administration experience * Expert-level Microsoft SQL Server administration experience * Strong experience supporting on-premise SQL Server environments * SQL performance tuning, query optimization, indexing, and database design * Backup, recovery, disaster recovery, and high-availability solutions * SQL Server replication and production support experience * PowerShell scripting and database automation experience * Experience working with Infrastructure, Development, and DevOps teams * Azure SQL or cloud database administration experience * Knowledge of database security, permissions, auditing, and compliance best practices * Experience supporting Power BI, SSRS, or enterprise reporting platforms * Familiarity with Terraform, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and GitHub Actions/CI-CD pipelines * Terraform and Infrastructure as Code expertise * GitHub Actions and CI/CD pipeline experience * Experience supporting large-scale modernization, cloud migration, or database transformation initiatives * Strong troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills Job Type Contract Compensation 60 - ## Related Videos - [Automated MS SQL Server database deployments with dacpacs and Azure DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/334-automated-ms-sql-server-database-deployments-with-dacpacs-and-azure-devops) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [Optimizing Discovery: PostgreSQL's Role in Transforming GetYourGuide's Search](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1647-optimizing-discovery-postgresql-s-role-in-transforming-getyourguide-s-search) - [Database DevOps with Containers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/145-database-devops-with-containers) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Making Data Warehouses Fast: A Developer’s Story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/107-making-data-warehouses-fast-a-developer-s-story) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk)