Sr. SQL Database Administrator (DBA)

Senior SQL Database Administrator (DBA)Enterprise Horizon Consulting Group is seeking a Senior SQL Database Administrator (DBA) to serve as a Subject Matter Expert supporting a federal customer's enterprise SQL database environment.

This role is 100% remote, working hours are based on Eastern Time.

The position will provide administration, operations, monitoring, maintenance, troubleshooting, development support, and technical leadership across SQL Server and SQL Cluster environments operating on-premises and in the cloud.The position requires a minimum of 8 years of relevant database experience, including significant expertise administering enterprise Microsoft SQL Server environments.

This role is contingent upon contract award.Key ResponsibilitiesAdminister, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise Microsoft SQL Server environments.Administer and maintain SQL Server Cluster environments and standalone SQL databases.Create, install, configure, and manage SQL databases and database servers.Perform SQL Server installation, configuration, upgrades, patching, and scheduled maintenance.Maintain and troubleshoot database High Availability and Disaster Recovery solutions.Perform advanced SQL Server performance tuning and optimization.Analyze database performance metrics and identify queries, indexes, configurations, and infrastructure affecting database performance.Develop and maintain SQL scripts and database administration automation.Design and support database backup, restore, recovery, and DR processes.Monitor database health, capacity, availability, and performance using enterprise monitoring tools such as Idera and SolarWinds.Conduct proactive capacity planning and recommend infrastructure or configuration improvements.Troubleshoot database-related application integrations, including integrations with enterprise applications such as SharePoint.Manage database support requests, incidents, and change requests through ServiceNow.Lead troubleshooting efforts and root cause analysis for complex database incidents.Develop and maintain database configuration and administration standards.Support database security, auditing, encryption, and compliance requirements.Work directly with technical teams and customer stakeholders to resolve database issues.Participate in scheduled after-hours patching, server reboots, and support activities.Document activities and contribute to required weekly customer support reports.