{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"3c7633205a597ab8f77da25f","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/3c7633205a597ab8f77da25f","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/3c7633205a597ab8f77da25f","title":"SQL Server / Azure Database Administrator","description":"Role: Senior SQL Server / Azure Database AdministratorInitially remote but eventually maybe in-office at 1221 McKinley Avenue, Columbus Ohio. Job Type: Long term ContractJob SummaryWe are seeking an experienced SQL Server DBA to manage, configure, maintain, and optimize enterprise database environments across on-premises and Microsoft Azure platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in SQL Server administration, performance tuning, database security, backup and recovery, and High Availability/Disaster Recovery (HA/DR).Key ResponsibilitiesInstall, configure, patch, and upgrade SQL Server instances.Monitor and optimize database performance, queries, indexes, and T-SQL scripts.Manage database backups, recovery, replication, and HA/DR solutions.Administer Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server on Azure VMs.Implement database security, RBAC, encryption, and access controls.Support developers with database design, schema optimization, and code reviews.Automate DBA tasks using T-SQL and PowerShell.Perform database migrations between on-premises SQL Server and Azure.Provide Tier III support and resolve complex database issues.Develop technical documentation and database administration standards.Collaborate with IT architecture, security teams, and management.Required Technical SkillsMicrosoft SQL Server Administration and SSMS.Advanced T-SQL and database performance tuning.SQL Server Always On, Log Shipping, Failover Clustering, and Replication.Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server on Azure VMs.Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Azure Key Vault, and Azure Backup.Microsoft Entra ID and Azure RBAC.Database security, backup, recovery, and migration.SSIS and ETL workflows.PowerShell scripting and DBA automation.Redgate or similar database monitoring and backup tools.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.Minimum 5 years of hands-on enterprise SQL Server DBA experience across on-premises and Azure environments.Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills.Required ExperienceCollege Degree – 4 yearsPerformance Monitoring & Tuning – 5 yearsSecurity & Compliance / RBAC – 5 yearsDeveloper Support & Code Review – 5 yearsEnterprise SQL Server DBA experience across on-premises and Azure environments – 5 yearsIdeal Candidate: A senior SQL Server DBA with hands-on experience in Azure database administration, enterprise performance tuning, database security, and HA/DR implementation.","company":"Comtech Global","rawCompany":"comtech global","city":"Columbus","state":"OH","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-11-03T07:48:39.596Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1242.00","title":"Database Administrators","slug":"database-administrators"},{"code":"15-1243.00","title":"Database Architects","slug":"database-architects"},{"code":"15-1244.00","title":"Network and Computer Systems Administrators","slug":"network-and-computer-systems-administrators"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"541519","title":"Other Computer Related Services","slug":"other-computer-related-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"SQL Server / Azure Database Administrator","description":"Role: Senior SQL Server / Azure Database AdministratorInitially remote but eventually maybe in-office at 1221 McKinley Avenue, Columbus Ohio. Job Type: Long term ContractJob SummaryWe are seeking an experienced SQL Server DBA to manage, configure, maintain, and optimize enterprise database environments across on-premises and Microsoft Azure platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in SQL Server administration, performance tuning, database security, backup and recovery, and High Availability/Disaster Recovery (HA/DR).Key ResponsibilitiesInstall, configure, patch, and upgrade SQL Server instances.Monitor and optimize database performance, queries, indexes, and T-SQL scripts.Manage database backups, recovery, replication, and HA/DR solutions.Administer Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server on Azure VMs.Implement database security, RBAC, encryption, and access controls.Support developers with database design, schema optimization, and code reviews.Automate DBA tasks using T-SQL and PowerShell.Perform database migrations between on-premises SQL Server and Azure.Provide Tier III support and resolve complex database issues.Develop technical documentation and database administration standards.Collaborate with IT architecture, security teams, and management.Required Technical SkillsMicrosoft SQL Server Administration and SSMS.Advanced T-SQL and database performance tuning.SQL Server Always On, Log Shipping, Failover Clustering, and Replication.Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server on Azure VMs.Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Azure Key Vault, and Azure Backup.Microsoft Entra ID and Azure RBAC.Database security, backup, recovery, and migration.SSIS and ETL workflows.PowerShell scripting and DBA automation.Redgate or similar database monitoring and backup tools.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.Minimum 5 years of hands-on enterprise SQL Server DBA experience across on-premises and Azure environments.Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills.Required ExperienceCollege Degree – 4 yearsPerformance Monitoring & Tuning – 5 yearsSecurity & Compliance / RBAC – 5 yearsDeveloper Support & Code Review – 5 yearsEnterprise SQL Server DBA experience across on-premises and Azure environments – 5 yearsIdeal Candidate: A senior SQL Server DBA with hands-on experience in Azure database administration, enterprise performance tuning, database security, and HA/DR implementation.","datePosted":"2026-11-03T07:48:39.596Z","dateModified":"2026-11-03T07:48:39.596Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Comtech Global","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Columbus","addressRegion":"OH","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"3c7633205a597ab8f77da25f"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/3c7633205a597ab8f77da25f"}}