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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior MSSQL DBA - **Company:** Nexzentek Solutions Inc - **Location:** Dallas, TX, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Audit Trail, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Storage, Databases, Data Governance, Data Integrity, Data Security, Data Synchronization, Database Design, Disaster Recovery, Failover Clustering, Network Security, Meta-Data Management, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Azure, Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Query Optimization, Role-Based Access Control, Azure Active Directory, Azure Data Lake, SQL Databases, Transact-SQL, Azure Automation, Data Classification, Azure Data Factory, HybridCloud, Information Technology, Data Lineage, Collibra, Data Management, SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), Terraform, Azure Synapse Analytics, Key Vault, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** October 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=eeb098e7cd504e8b ## About the Role * Minimum of 7 years of experience in database administration, with at least 3 years in a senior role focused on Microsoft SQL Server, data security, and governance. * Extensive experience with Microsoft Azure, including Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and Azure security and governance features. * Hands-on experience with SQL Server high-availability solutions (e.g., Always On, Failover Clustering) and Azure disaster recovery, aligned with governance policies. * Experience with Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, or Infrastructure as Code (e.g., ARM templates, Terraform) in secure and governed deployments preferred. * Strong proficiency in T-SQL, SQL Server administration, performance optimization, and secure, governed database design. * In-depth knowledge of data security practices (e.g., encryption, access controls) and data governance principles (e.g., data quality, lineage, compliance). * Expertise in Azure security tools (e.g., Azure Defender, Key Vault, network security groups) and governance tools (e.g., Azure Purview, data cataloging). * Familiarity with PowerShell scripting for SQL Server, Azure automation, security, and governance management. * Excellent analytical skills with a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating security risks and ensuring data governance. * Strong communication skills to collaborate with technical teams and explain security and governance practices to non-technical stakeholders. * Knowledge of additional Azure data tools (e.g., Azure Data Lake, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Purview) and their secure, governed implementation preferred. * Familiarity with hybrid cloud database architectures and secure, governed data synchronization between on-premises SQL Server and Azure preferred., Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field required (equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of degree)., * data governance * Microsoft SQL Server * Azure DevOps Engineer * Data Security * T-SQL ## Description * Designs, deploys, and manages Microsoft SQL Server databases on-premises and in Azure (e.g., Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance) with secure and governed architectures. * Optimizes SQL Server performance through query tuning, index management, and resource optimization while adhering to data governance and security standards in Azure environments. * Implements and enforces data security measures, including encryption (e.g., Transparent Data Encryption, Always Encrypted), Azure Active Directory authentication, and role-based access control (RBAC). * Establishes and maintains data governance frameworks, including data classification, lineage tracking, and metadata management, to ensure data quality and compliance. * Develops and executes backup, recovery, and high-availability strategies using Azure Blob Storage, Azure Backup, and Always On Availability Groups to protect data integrity and availability. * Monitors and responds to security threats using Azure Defender for SQL, audit logs, and compliance tools, while ensuring governance policies are upheld. * Troubleshoots and resolves complex database, security, and governance issues in SQL Server and Azure SQL platforms, minimizing disruption and ensuring policy adherence. * Collaborates with development teams to design secure, efficient, and governed database schemas for Azure-hosted applications, incorporating data security and governance best practices. * Automates database administration, security, and governance tasks using T-SQL, PowerShell, and Azure Automation to streamline operations and enforce standards. * Conducts regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and data governance audits of Azure database resources to meet regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, SOC). * Leads migrations from on-premises SQL Server instances to Azure cloud database services, ensuring secure data transfer, validation, and governance compliance. * Provides expertise on Azure data services (e.g., Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse Analytics) and their secure data transfer, validation, and governance compliance. * Works with stakeholders to define and enforce data policies, standards, and procedures, ensuring data accessibility, accuracy, and accountability. * Mentors junior DBAs and IT staff on Microsoft database technologies, Azure best practices, data security protocols, and data governance principles., Microsoft Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate; Microsoft Certified: Data Management and Analytics; and/or Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals.