SQL Server/Cloud Admin

Oversees the SQL Database platform and possesses extensive experience and knowledge in:Significant experience automating infrastructure setup and application deployment using best practices of CI/CD with tools like Terraform, Azure DevOpsSignificant experience with cloud database services and proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell, Shell scripting or PythonExtensive experience in high availability, replication, backup, and restore/recovery and monitoring databases in Azure cloud.Extensive experience in Azure Cloud technologies, Cloud services, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Storage, Cloud Networking, and Cloud SecurityImplement and enforce security best practices for Azure databases.5+ years of experience in migrating on-prem databases to Azure CloudExtensive experience in cloud vNets, Network Security, Network Security Groups/ACLs, Load balancers, Firewalls, private endpoints is plus.Resource management and Service level agreementsMaintain comprehensive documentation of database configurations, procedures, and best practices.Strong communication and teamwork abilities.24x7 operationsSkills, Qualifications and Certifications of Best Candidates:Extensive experience in cloud database services. Hands-on expertise in Terraform.Hands-on expertise in Azure Networking, SQL database/VM configuration.Hands-on expertise in Scripting with PowerShell, bash, or Python, Azure CLI.Advanced proficiency in analytical, project planning, negotiating, interpersonal, and communication skills (written and oral).Advanced knowledge of cloud engineering conceptsExtensive Experience in Cloud Technologies, Cloud Services, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Storage, Cloud Networking, and Cloud Security, Load balancer, Traffic Manager, firewalls, peering, private endpoints, etc.Extensive Experience in High Availability, Replication, Backup and Restore/Recovery, Disaster Recovery and Monitoring of Databases in Hybrid CloudExpert knowledge of cloud-based security tools, best practices and policies including demonstrated experience protecting all layers of the application stackMicrosoft Azure certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate) are a plus.Citizenship or Work Authorization Required : US CitizenPreferred Education & Experience : 7+ years of experience setting up and configuring cloud services such as Microsoft Azure. 5+ years of experience in migrating on-prem databases to cloud platforms such as Azure. (Azure Experience is preferred), and a BA/BS in Computer Science or related field (master's degree preferred), or an equivalent combination of education or experience.