Job PostingPosition: SQL Server DBALocation: Richmond, VA (Hybrid)Duration: Long term contractThe selected candidate has:Expertise working as a SQL Server DBAExpertise working with SQL clustering, mirroring, and high availabilityExperience working with large SQL databasesExpertise in writing Transact SQLExperience tuning Oracle and/or SQL Server databasesExpertise in installing, upgrading, patching and migrating SQL Server databasesExperience working on Windows environmentExperience working with SSIS, SSAS, & SSRSExperience 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 etc.Tune long running SQLReview & 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 10 years of experience w/ SQL Server database experienceAt least 7 years of Azure experienceBachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems or other applicable and/or equivalent skills, knowledge and/or work historyDemonstrated experience in communicating effectively using standard requirements and design artifactsSQL Server Required/Desired SkillsSQL Server Database Management - Required - 10 YearsSQL Server Tuning - Required - 7 YearsExperience working with SSIS, SSRS & SSAS - Required - 7 YearsCoding & debugging Transact SQL - Nice to have - 5 YearsExpertise in installing, upgrading, patching and migrating SQL Server databases - Required - 7 YearsDB Administration on Azure Cloud - Required - 7 YearsThanks & RegardsSowjanya HathnuraSr. US IT RecruiterEmail: