SQL Database Administrator
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Job Description
SQL Database Administrator
Location: Boise, ID (Hybrid 3 days onsite)
Contract Duration: 12+ Months
*7+ years of SQL Server DBA experience in enterprise environments
*MUST have previous experience migrating from SQL Server 2016 to SQL Server 2022 in a HA clustered always up environment.
*Expertise in clustering, high availability, and DR strategies using VMs
*Strong understanding of Hyper-V or VMware environments
Job Description
We are looking for a SQL Database Administrator to support a critical upgrade project from SQL Server 2017 to 2022. This position will be full-time and hybrid in Boise, ID.
What You'll Do:
- Lead the upgrade of SQL Server 2017 to 2022 in a complex, on-prem VM-based environment
- Maintain and troubleshoot Always On Availability Groups and Windows Server Failover Clustering (WSFC)
- Collaborate with infrastructure teams to manage VM configurations, storage, and networking
- Support both production and disaster recovery (DR) environments
- Perform performance tuning, capacity planning, and backup/restore operations
- Create and maintain detailed documentation and procedures
- Provide on-call support as needed
- Provide direction as needed for other DBA contractors on work required to be performed
- Provide knowledge transfer to internal teams
What You'll Need Required:
- 7+ years of SQL Server DBA experience in enterprise environments
- MUST have previous experience migrating from SQL Server 2016 to SQL Server 2022 in a HA clustered always up environment
- Expertise in clustering, high availability, and DR strategies using VMs
- Strong understanding of Hyper-V or VMware environments
- Proficiency in T-SQL and PowerShell scripting
- Experience managing SQL Server on Windows Server in an on-premises data center
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
- Experience with SQL Server components such as SSRS, SSIS, and Analysis Services
Preferred:
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or equivalent
- Familiarity with VM backup and snapshot strategies
- Experience with monitoring tools like Redgate®, SolarWinds®, or Sentry One®
- Knowledge of hybrid DR strategies involving off-site or co-located data centers
- Knowledge of current Microsoft SQL Server licensing
- Experience in using and configuring 3rd party tools such as Redgate® monitoring tools
- Understanding of Active Directory configuration requirements, including:
- Cluster Name Object (CNO) requirements for pre staged SQL Computer Objects
- Delegation of rights to service accounts for dynamic object creation within specific OUs
- Understanding of DNS configuration requirements to support dynamic updates for SQL Server listeners and CNOs in high availability scenarios
- Note: While the contractor will not directly manage AD or DNS, they will work closely with the Server Support team to facilitate necessary changes and ensure proper configuration.
Physical Demands:
- Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards
- Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.
- Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor
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