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# Azure Cloud Database Administrator

- **Company:** Synergy Business Innovation & Solutions
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $134,000.0 - $192,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Computer Programming, Computer Networks, Databases, System Configuration, Continuous Integration, Data Warehousing, Relational Databases, Github, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Azure, Object-Oriented Software Development, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Cloud Services, Ansible, Software Deployment, SQL Databases, System Availability, Azure Powershell, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Terraform, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** September 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/azure-cloud-database-administrator-remote-positions-available-9985653

## About the Role

* 4+ years of experience with automating infrastructure setup and application deployment using best practices of CI/CD with Ansible, GitHub Actions, and Terraform
 * 5+ years of experience in migrating on-prem databases to Azure Cloud
 * 7+ years of experience setting up and configuring Microsoft Azure Services
 * 5+ years of experience in Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Networking and Cloud Security
 * 7+ years of experience Database High Availability, Backup and Restore/Recovery
 * 5 + years of experience with performance tuning and optimization
 * Familiarity with process improvement, automation, monitoring and programming/scripting languages
 * Cloud Architecture, Cloud Technologies, Cloud Services, Infrastructure as Code with Azure experience with Terraform
 * Strong communication and teamwork abilities to support 24x7 operations

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Proven experience as a database administrator, with a focus on Azure cloud databases.
 * Oracle to SQL server database conversion skills desired.
 * Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate) are a plus.
 * Proficiency in scripting and automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Azure CLI).
 * Advanced knowledge of networking concepts, object-oriented technology, data warehousing, and relational database engines.
 * Advanced proficiency in analytical, project planning, negotiating, interpersonal, and communication skills (written and oral).

Education Requirements:

 * Required: Bachelor of Arts/Science Degree in Computer Science or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience
 * Preferred: Master's Degree

Citizenship & Clearance Requirements:

 * Required: Must be a US Citizen
 * Required: Must be able to obtain a Public Trust

## Description

* Develop and maintain automation scripts using PowerShell, Azure CLI, and Ansible to streamline administrative tasks.
 * Implement and enforce security best practices for Azure databases.
 * Provision and configure Azure database services, including SQL Database, SQL MI, and PostgreSQL.
 * Perform regular security assessments and vulnerability scans.
 * Maintain comprehensive documentation of database configurations, procedures, and best practices.


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