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# SQL DBA

- **Company:** eBusiness Solutions, Inc.
- **Location:** Columbus, OH, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $104,000.0 - $110,240.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Cloud Database, Databases, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Database Design, Database Security, Disaster Recovery, Failover Clustering, Monitoring of Systems, IT Management, Key Management, Log Analysis, Log Shipping, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Azure, Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Role-Based Access Control, Azure Active Directory, SQL Stored Procedures, SQL Databases, SQL Server Integration Services, Transact-SQL, Virtual Machines, Scripting, Enterprise Software Applications, System Availability, Database Optimization, Database Performance, HybridCloud, Indexer, Database Migration, Information Technology, Database Replication, Redgate, Cloud Migration, SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), Database Monitoring
- **Published:** October 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=da1e20fea3af7707

## About the Role

* 5+ years of hands-on experience administering enterprise Microsoft SQL Server environments.
 * Advanced SQL Server performance tuning, monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization experience.
 * Strong expertise in T-SQL development, stored procedures, functions, indexing, and database design.
 * Experience implementing and supporting HA/DR solutions.
 * Experience managing Azure SQL platforms and hybrid cloud environments.
 * Knowledge of database security, encryption, access controls, compliance, and auditing.
 * Experience with database migration, integration, and ETL processes using SSIS.
 * Strong scripting and automation skills using PowerShell and T-SQL.
 * Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills., * Bachelor//'s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
 * Experience with Azure database migrations and cloud modernization initiatives.
 * Familiarity with cost optimization, scalability planning, and Azure networking concepts.
 * Experience with Redgate or similar database monitoring and backup tools.
 * Experience supporting Disaster Recovery, Incident Response, or Business Continuity operations.

This position is ideal for a senior SQL Server DBA who can manage both on-premises and Azure database environments, drive performance and reliability improvements, implement robust security and disaster recovery solutions, and provide technical leadership for enterprise database platforms.

## Description

* Install, configure, patch, upgrade, and maintain SQL Server environments across production, staging, and development systems.
 * Monitor database performance, troubleshoot issues, optimize queries, tune indexes, and resolve blocking or deadlock situations.
 * Design, implement, and maintain backup, recovery, High Availability (HA), and Disaster Recovery (DR) solutions, including Always On Availability Groups, Log Shipping, Failover Clustering, and Replication.
 * Administer Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server running on Azure Virtual Machines.
 * Develop and maintain database architectures that support business requirements, scalability, security, and operational efficiency.
 * Configure and support Azure monitoring, backup, migration, disaster recovery, and security solutions.
 * Collaborate with application developers and architects to review database designs, schemas, stored procedures, functions, triggers, and complex T-SQL code.
 * Implement role-based security models, database permissions, encryption, and compliance standards.
 * Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, standards, procedures, and best practices.
 * Automate maintenance activities using T-SQL, PowerShell, and scripting tools.
 * Provide Tier III support for complex database incidents and critical production issues.
 * Work closely with IT leadership, architects, and security teams to align database environments with organizational standards and State of Ohio security requirements.
 * Mentor junior staff and contribute to database strategy, planning, and operational excellence initiatives.

Major Technologies

 * Microsoft SQL Server
 * Azure SQL Database
 * Azure SQL Managed Instance
 * SQL Server on Azure Virtual Machines
 * SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)
 * Transact-SQL (T-SQL)
 * SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)
 * Azure Monitor & Log Analytics
 * Microsoft Entra ID
 * Azure Key Vault
 * Azure Backup
 * Azure RBAC
 * Always On Availability Groups
 * Log Shipping
 * Failover Clustering
 * Database Replication
 * PowerShell
 * Redgate and Third-Party Monitoring Tools