Database Administrator

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

SQL Server Administration & Infrastructure

Install, configure, patch, and maintain SQL Server (2016, 2019, 2022) in a VMware-based, on-prem environment

Administer Failover Cluster Instances (FCI) and Always On Availability Groups

Partner with infrastructure teams on VM sizing, storage (VMDK/RDM), and HA/vMotion compatibility

Monitor system health, performance, and uptime across all environments

Performance & Capacity Management

Monitor and tune performance using SSMS, Query Store, Extended Events, DMVs, and execution plans

Troubleshoot query issues, blocking, deadlocks, and resource contention

Manage indexing, statistics, and maintenance plans

Conduct capacity planning for CPU, memory, and storage in coordination with infrastructure teams

Backup, Recovery & Disaster Recovery

Design and maintain backup strategies (full, differential, transaction logs) aligned with RPO/RTO

Perform and validate routine database restores

Maintain and test DR processes, including AG and FCI failover/failback

Coordinate SQL-aware backups with VMware snapshot tools (e.g., Veeam)

Security & Compliance

Implement security features (TDE, Always Encrypted, row-level security, auditing)

Manage access controls following least privilege principles

Integrate with Active Directory and Azure AD (Entra ID)

Ensure compliance with HIPAA, internal policies, and audit requirements

Remediate vulnerabilities identified through scans and audits

Automation & Job Management

Develop T-SQL and PowerShell scripts to automate DBA tasks

Manage SQL Server Agent jobs (backups, DBCC, indexing, alerts, reporting)

Standardize configurations across environments

Support database deployments via CI/CD tools (e.g., SSDT, Flyway, Liquibase)

Documentation & Collaboration

Maintain documentation for configurations, processes, and runbooks

Participate in change management and after-hours deployments

Collaborate with infrastructure, networking, security, and application teams

Provide Tier 2/3 support and participate in 24×7 on-call rotation

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field

Relevant technical certification in Microsoft SQL Server or equivalent preferred

Minimum 5 years of hands-on Microsoft SQL Server administration in a production environment

Experience with Always On Availability Groups and/or Windows Server Failover Clustering

Experience supporting SQL Server in a VMware-virtualized environment

Proficiency with T-SQL, SQL Server Agent, SSMS, and performance tuning tools (Query Store, Extended Events, DMVs, execution plans)

Experience with backup and recovery strategies, including transaction log management

Working knowledge of Windows Server and Active Directory

Experience with PowerShell scripting for automation

Understanding of database security practices (user/role management, TDE, auditing)

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently

Effective communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment and participate in an on-call rotation

SPECIALIZATION

Deep expertise in SQL Server performance tuning and optimization using advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting tools

Advanced implementation and support of high availability architectures, including Always On Availability Groups and Failover Cluster Instances

Hands-on experience optimizing SQL Server workloads within VMware environments, including VM sizing, storage configuration, and HA/DRS alignment

Advanced T-SQL development for performance-critical database objects and query optimization

CERTIFICATIONS

Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate (DP-300)

VMware Certified Professional - Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCV) or equivalent certification

Experience with SQL Server data platform tools, including SSIS, SSRS, and SSAS

Experience with database monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds DPA, SentryOne SQL Sentry, Redgate SQL Monitor)

Exposure to Azure SQL Managed Instance or Azure Arc-enabled SQL Server environments

Experience with database DevOps and source control practices (e.g., SSDT, Git, Flyway, Liquibase)

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS: After-hours availability is required for scheduled maintenance windows, emergency database incidents, and participation in the IT on-call rotation. Employees working in an administrative role who are Medic-certified EMT/EMT-P may be considered essential personnel depending on circumstances

Interested applicants must ensure completion of the following steps NO LATER THAN JULY 24TH 2026 to be considered for the position.

• Complete the online application and upload a resume in the UKG recruitment portal.

SALARY RANGE. $43.22 - $58.65/hr

If you have any further questions please contact MEDIC Recruitment at jobs@medic911.com