Database Administrator

DBA4 A4 SC3 – Database Administrator Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Database Administrator (DBA) to provide advanced database administration, development support, data migration, database security, performance optimization, and production database operations.

The successful candidate will support SQL Server and Azure database environments across the application development lifecycle, including planning, design, implementation, migration, QA, data cleanup, production support, and ongoing database maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

Perform advanced SQL Server database administration and production database operations.

Support application development lifecycle activities including planning, design, development, implementation, data migration, QA, data cleanup, and data administration.

Manage database security, availability, monitoring, backup/recovery, and performance optimization.

Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain SQL Server software, including Service Pack installations.

Perform SQL Server health checks and provide performance recommendations.

Execute SQL database migrations and upgrades from legacy servers and SQL Server versions.

Perform data extraction, cleansing, transformation, loading, and validation.

Deploy, configure, secure, back up, and maintain Azure SQL databases.

Integrate Azure SQL resources with other Azure services.

Develop and deploy database schemas across test and production environments.

Perform logical and physical database modeling.

Develop and maintain database structures, tables, relationships, indexes, and normalization.

Support PSP Data Warehouse, Data Marts, and Power BI environments.

Coordinate database backup and restore activities.

Analyze and resolve database-related technical issues.

Collaborate with developers, business stakeholders, vendors, and service providers.

Participate in software releases and database-related implementation activities.

Identify and track issues, risks, dependencies, and action items.

Estimate work effort and schedule assigned activities.

Provide regular project/status updates.

Follow established database standards, procedures, and security requirements.

Work independently with limited supervision while contributing effectively within a team.

Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency.

Complete assigned tasks within required timelines.

Required Skills & Experience

SQL Server Database Administration - 7+ years – Required

Production Server Database Administration - 4+ years – Required

Data Analytics - 3+ years – Required

Azure Database Administration - 1+ year – Required

Data Warehouse - 1+ year – Required

Communication Skills - Required

Professional Customer Service - Required

Desired / Highly Desired Skills

Business Systems Analysis & Design – Desired

Microsoft SQL High Availability / Always On – Desired

Power BI Administration – Highly Desired

Ideal Candidate Profile

Microsoft SQL Server administration

Production database environments

SQL Server installation, configuration, upgrades, and troubleshooting

Database migration and modernization

Azure SQL Database administration

Backup, restore, security, and disaster recovery

Database performance tuning and health monitoring

Data Warehouse and Data Mart environments

Data migration and ETL-related activities

Database schema and data modeling

Power BI environments

High-availability technologies such as SQL Server Always On

Stakeholder, vendor, and technical team collaboration

Schedule & Work Requirements

Work Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Work Location: Remote

Preferred Candidate Location: Harrisburg, PA area

Candidate must be able to support the required work schedule.

Equipment pickup or related requirements may be discussed during the interview/selection process.

Contract Information

Current PO is funded through June 30, 2027.

06/30/2027 should be listed as the contract end date on the RTR.

The final contract duration is subject to project schedule and business requirements.

Historically, additional funding may become available for 07/01/2027–06/30/2028, but this period is not guaranteed.

Submission Requirements

Updated Resume

Current Location

Work Authorization

Availability / Start Date

RTR Confirmation

Confirmation of availability for the 8:00 AM–4:30 PM schedule

Confirmation of willingness/ability to meet any equipment pickup requirements, if applicable

Priority Screening Criteria

Candidates must clearly demonstrate: 7+ years of SQL Server DBA experience

4+ years of production database administration

1+ year of Azure Database Administration

3+ years of Data Analytics experience

1+ year of Data Warehouse experience

Strong communication and customer-service skills

Power BI Administration and SQL Server Always On experience will be considered strong advantages.