SQL Server/Azure Database Administrator

Job Title: Customer SQL Server/Azure Database Administrator Job Location: Richmond VA, Duration: 12 Months Hybrid Complete DescriptionCustomer (Customer) Information Technology Division (ITD) is seeking a senior SQL Server database / Azure database administrator to join the Oracle/SQL Server Database Administration Team in the Enterprise Data Management section. The selected candidate will administrator and support SQL Server databases throughout the agency.The Selected Candidate Has"Expertise working as a SQL Server DBA"Expertise working with SQL clustering, mirroring and high availability"Experience working with large SQL databases"Expertise in writing Transact SQL"Experience tuning Oracle and/or SQL Server databases"Expertise in installing, upgrading, patching and migrating SQL Server databases"Experience working on Windows environment"Experience working with SSIS, SSAS, & SSRS"Experience working with Azure CloudThe Selected Candidate Will"Monitor databases to maintain/ensure database uptime and availability."Troubleshoot application/database issues related to connectivity, access, security and etc."Tune long running SQL"Review & refine existing database tasks and processes to better align with agency/group priorities."Leverage & utilize O/S scripting utilities in support of database maintenance/diagnosis/support."Review the existing database implementation and propose, execute, and/or direct necessary changes."Perform SQL Server installations (2012,2014,2016 w/ failover clustering)."Support SQL Server databases (administration, support, tuning)."Knowledgeable of data modeling principalsBe expected to..."Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals."Independently perform a variety of complicated tasks."Work with a team of Oracle & SQL Server DBAs."Communicate clearly and effectively, both speaking and in writing.Qualifications"At least 5 years of experience w/ SQL Server database experience"At least 2 years of Azure experience"Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or other applicable and/or equivalent skills, knowledge and/or work history"Demonstrated experience in communicating effectively using standard requirements and design artifactsDesired Knowledge Of And Experience With The Following Technologies"SQL Server 2016-2022