Senior SQL DBA

We are seeking an experienced SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA 3) to manage, configure, maintain, and optimize enterprise-level Microsoft SQL Server environments across on-premises and Azure platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in SQL Server administration, performance tuning, database security, backup and recovery, and Azure database services. Key Responsibilities Install, configure, patch, upgrade, and maintain SQL Server instances. Monitor database health, performance, and resource utilization. Optimize indexes, complex queries, and resolve blocking and deadlocks. Design and implement backup, recovery, High Availability (HA), and Disaster Recovery (DR) solutions. Manage SQL Server Always On Availability Groups, Log Shipping, Failover Cluster Instances, and replication. Implement database security, encryption, RBAC, and access controls. Support developers with database design, schema refinement, and T-SQL code reviews. Automate DBA activities using T-SQL, PowerShell, and command-line scripts. Administer Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server on Azure VMs. Configure Azure monitoring, backup, security, and disaster recovery solutions. Use Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Microsoft Entra ID, and Azure Key Vault. Perform database migrations between on-premises SQL Server and Azure. Develop technical documentation, standards, and best practices. Provide Tier III technical support and mentor junior database administrators. Collaborate with architecture, infrastructure, security, and development teams. Required Technical Skills

Enterprise SQL Server DBA 5+ years Performance Monitoring & Tuning 5+ years Database Security & Compliance / RBAC 5+ years Developer Support & Code Review 5+ years On-premises and Azure SQL environments 5+ years College degree or equivalent Required Technical Proficiencies Microsoft SQL Server and SSMS Advanced T-SQL programming SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) Azure SQL Database and Azure SQL Managed Instance SQL Server on Azure Virtual Machines Azure Monitor and Log Analytics Microsoft Entra ID and Azure Key Vault Azure Backup and RBAC Database migration and integration HA/DR architecture and implementation Redgate or similar monitoring and backup tools Candidate Requirements Candidates must currently reside in Ohio. Candidates should be comfortable with an initially remote arrangement and potential future onsite work in Columbus, Ohio. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills are essential. Important screening question: Where does your candidate currently reside? Please provide their current city and state. Only candidates currently residing in Ohio will be considered.