{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"c444bbf3349d402947c307d5","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c444bbf3349d402947c307d5","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c444bbf3349d402947c307d5","title":"SQL Database Administrator","description":"Our goal is to solve problems and deliver results for our clients. At Cloud and Things, you can be a part of transforming the public sector’s IT environment. Our team is on the forefront of helping to solve the government's most complex IT challenges. If you are seeking a role that offers the opportunity to work on rewarding projects, consider a career with Cloud and Things.?\n\n*This is an exempt position. Salary commensurate with experience*\n\nJob Title: SQL Database Administrator\nLocation: New York, NY (Hybrid - 3 days onsite or as needed)\nDuration: 12 Months (with potential for extension)\nStart Date: estimated - 10/1/2026\nW2 Hourly Rate: $52-62/hour\nApplication Deadline: 8/24/2026\n\nOverview:\n\nWe are seeking a SQL Database Administrator who will support our NYS client.\nThis role is responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, tuning, and optimizing Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL Managed Instance databases to support MTA application and system availability requirements. The SQL Database Administrator will partner with infrastructure, application development, and other IT teams to strengthen database performance, security, availability, backup and recovery, and operational reliability.\n\nDuties:\nDesign, implement, configure, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL Managed Instance database environments.\nPerform database and SQL Server installations, upgrades, migrations, patching coordination, and ongoing maintenance.\nMonitor, tune, and optimize database performance, including SQL query performance and database resource utilization.\nTroubleshoot and remediate database-related issues in collaboration with system, network, application, and help desk teams.\nImplement and maintain database security, access controls, and compliance requirements in accordance with MTA policies and standards.\nDevelop, test, document, and maintain database backup, recovery, and high-availability strategies, including Always On configurations.\nSupport data process flows, data modeling, data migrations, and database requirements for application development and enterprise systems.\nDevelop and maintain procedures, standards, technical documentation, system records, and automation used to support database operations.\nEvaluate database products and technologies, contribute to database infrastructure planning, and provide input on technology direction and implementation impact.\nProvide advanced technical direction and guidance to less senior database technicians and staff.\n\nMandatory Qualifications:\n5+ years of hands-on experience as a SQL Server Database Administrator.\nExpert knowledge of Windows Server, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Azure, SQL Managed Instance, Azure Storage accounts, and Azure security fundamentals.\nExperience implementing high-availability database solutions, including SQL Server Always On.\nStrong SQL knowledge and advanced experience installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting database technologies and related infrastructure.\nAdvanced knowledge of computer hardware, operating system software, and storage area network technologies as they relate to database installation and performance.\nAdvanced knowledge of shell scripting and general-purpose programming used to automate database administration tasks.\nAbility to troubleshoot and support technical issues both remotely and onsite using standard enterprise tools and techniques.\nAbility to read and understand schematic diagrams, technical manuals, and technical documentation supporting database systems and related equipment.\nStrong oral and written communication, analytical, problem-solving, and people skills.\nAbility to plan technical activities, design and engineer solutions and standards, and provide advanced technical direction to less senior staff.\nBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline; or a minimum of 10 years of experience in programming, systems administration, and/or database administration disciplines.\nMinimum of 8 years of experience installing, maintaining, administering, and supporting computer hardware, UNIX/Linux/Windows operating systems, and database products such as Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server.\n\nDesirable Qualifications:\nKnowledge of Python for database administration and automation.\nMicrosoft technology certifications.\n\nReady to make a difference?\n\nWe’re eager to connect with qualified candidates committed to delivering results and fostering excellence within client projects.\n\nCloud and Things complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race,?color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.\n\nAI-Assisted Resume Evaluation Notice\nCloud and Things – Talent Management\n\nNotice to Candidates\nCloud and Things utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist our recruiting team in evaluating candidate applications for streamlining; consistency, efficiency, and thoroughness. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by our human recruiting professionals.\n\nHow AI Is Used\nOur AI tools assist by:\nAnalyzing resumes against job requirements\nSupporting our recruiters in candidate data evaluation\nEnsuring consistent review standards across all applications\nImportant: AI serves as a support tool only. As noted above, all candidate selection and hiring decisions are made by experienced human recruiters. Your unedited resume will be processed by our AI tools as part of this evaluation.\n\nYour Data and Privacy\n\nCloud and Things Data Handling:\nYour information is processed securely and used exclusively for recruitment purposes\nCloud and Things may store your resume in our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) indefinitely for future job matching opportunities\nYou may opt out of long-term ATS storage by emailing your name and your request to opt out of storing your resume in the ATS to: security@cloudandthings.com\nAll personal information is handled confidentially in accordance with our privacy policy\n\nAI Tool Data Processing:\nAI processing data is retained for a maximum of 90 days, after which it is deleted\nAll data sent to AI tools is encrypted in transit and at rest\nAI tools comply with applicable privacy laws including GDPR and CCPA\nPersonal data is anonymized or minimized wherever possible during AI processing\n\nYour Participation\nBy submitting your application, you acknowledge this notice and consent to AI-assisted evaluation as part of our recruitment process. You may opt out only by choosing not to submit your resume for consideration.","company":"Cloud Things","rawCompany":"cloud things","city":"New York","state":"NY","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-22T10:55:09.203Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1242.00","title":"Database Administrators","slug":"database-administrators"},{"code":"15-1244.00","title":"Network and Computer Systems Administrators","slug":"network-and-computer-systems-administrators"},{"code":"15-1243.00","title":"Database Architects","slug":"database-architects"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"518210","title":"Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services","slug":"computing-infrastructure-providers-data-processing-web-hosting-and-related-services"},{"code":"541519","title":"Other Computer Related Services","slug":"other-computer-related-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"SQL Database Administrator","description":"Our goal is to solve problems and deliver results for our clients. At Cloud and Things, you can be a part of transforming the public sector’s IT environment. Our team is on the forefront of helping to solve the government's most complex IT challenges. If you are seeking a role that offers the opportunity to work on rewarding projects, consider a career with Cloud and Things.?\n\n*This is an exempt position. Salary commensurate with experience*\n\nJob Title: SQL Database Administrator\nLocation: New York, NY (Hybrid - 3 days onsite or as needed)\nDuration: 12 Months (with potential for extension)\nStart Date: estimated - 10/1/2026\nW2 Hourly Rate: $52-62/hour\nApplication Deadline: 8/24/2026\n\nOverview:\n\nWe are seeking a SQL Database Administrator who will support our NYS client.\nThis role is responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, tuning, and optimizing Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL Managed Instance databases to support MTA application and system availability requirements. The SQL Database Administrator will partner with infrastructure, application development, and other IT teams to strengthen database performance, security, availability, backup and recovery, and operational reliability.\n\nDuties:\nDesign, implement, configure, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL Managed Instance database environments.\nPerform database and SQL Server installations, upgrades, migrations, patching coordination, and ongoing maintenance.\nMonitor, tune, and optimize database performance, including SQL query performance and database resource utilization.\nTroubleshoot and remediate database-related issues in collaboration with system, network, application, and help desk teams.\nImplement and maintain database security, access controls, and compliance requirements in accordance with MTA policies and standards.\nDevelop, test, document, and maintain database backup, recovery, and high-availability strategies, including Always On configurations.\nSupport data process flows, data modeling, data migrations, and database requirements for application development and enterprise systems.\nDevelop and maintain procedures, standards, technical documentation, system records, and automation used to support database operations.\nEvaluate database products and technologies, contribute to database infrastructure planning, and provide input on technology direction and implementation impact.\nProvide advanced technical direction and guidance to less senior database technicians and staff.\n\nMandatory Qualifications:\n5+ years of hands-on experience as a SQL Server Database Administrator.\nExpert knowledge of Windows Server, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Azure, SQL Managed Instance, Azure Storage accounts, and Azure security fundamentals.\nExperience implementing high-availability database solutions, including SQL Server Always On.\nStrong SQL knowledge and advanced experience installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting database technologies and related infrastructure.\nAdvanced knowledge of computer hardware, operating system software, and storage area network technologies as they relate to database installation and performance.\nAdvanced knowledge of shell scripting and general-purpose programming used to automate database administration tasks.\nAbility to troubleshoot and support technical issues both remotely and onsite using standard enterprise tools and techniques.\nAbility to read and understand schematic diagrams, technical manuals, and technical documentation supporting database systems and related equipment.\nStrong oral and written communication, analytical, problem-solving, and people skills.\nAbility to plan technical activities, design and engineer solutions and standards, and provide advanced technical direction to less senior staff.\nBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline; or a minimum of 10 years of experience in programming, systems administration, and/or database administration disciplines.\nMinimum of 8 years of experience installing, maintaining, administering, and supporting computer hardware, UNIX/Linux/Windows operating systems, and database products such as Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server.\n\nDesirable Qualifications:\nKnowledge of Python for database administration and automation.\nMicrosoft technology certifications.\n\nReady to make a difference?\n\nWe’re eager to connect with qualified candidates committed to delivering results and fostering excellence within client projects.\n\nCloud and Things complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race,?color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.\n\nAI-Assisted Resume Evaluation Notice\nCloud and Things – Talent Management\n\nNotice to Candidates\nCloud and Things utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist our recruiting team in evaluating candidate applications for streamlining; consistency, efficiency, and thoroughness. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by our human recruiting professionals.\n\nHow AI Is Used\nOur AI tools assist by:\nAnalyzing resumes against job requirements\nSupporting our recruiters in candidate data evaluation\nEnsuring consistent review standards across all applications\nImportant: AI serves as a support tool only. As noted above, all candidate selection and hiring decisions are made by experienced human recruiters. Your unedited resume will be processed by our AI tools as part of this evaluation.\n\nYour Data and Privacy\n\nCloud and Things Data Handling:\nYour information is processed securely and used exclusively for recruitment purposes\nCloud and Things may store your resume in our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) indefinitely for future job matching opportunities\nYou may opt out of long-term ATS storage by emailing your name and your request to opt out of storing your resume in the ATS to: security@cloudandthings.com\nAll personal information is handled confidentially in accordance with our privacy policy\n\nAI Tool Data Processing:\nAI processing data is retained for a maximum of 90 days, after which it is deleted\nAll data sent to AI tools is encrypted in transit and at rest\nAI tools comply with applicable privacy laws including GDPR and CCPA\nPersonal data is anonymized or minimized wherever possible during AI processing\n\nYour Participation\nBy submitting your application, you acknowledge this notice and consent to AI-assisted evaluation as part of our recruitment process. You may opt out only by choosing not to submit your resume for consideration.","datePosted":"2026-08-22T10:55:09.203Z","dateModified":"2026-08-22T10:55:09.203Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Cloud Things","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"New York","addressRegion":"NY","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"c444bbf3349d402947c307d5"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c444bbf3349d402947c307d5"}}