REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft SQL database administration.
• Familiarity with Windows Server and Linux/Unix operating system environments.
• Experience with Shell scripting, PowerShell, or similar languages for automation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or Microsoft SQL Server.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps processes.
• Experience with .NET programming languages (C#).
• Experience with network Firewalls.
• Experience with PowerApps, Power BI Services, or Power Automate.
  Job Types: Full-time, Contract
  Pay: $54.00 per hour
  Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Microsoft SQL database administration: 3 years (Required)
• Windows Server and Linux/Unix environments: 3 years (Required)
• PowerShell or Shell scripting for automation: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• U.S. Citizenship or a Green Card (Required)

Location:

• Atlanta, GA 30334 (Required)

Work Location: In perso

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are seeking a skilled Database Administrator for a temp-to-hire, hybrid position with a state government agency. This role requires a blend of hands-on technical expertise and strategic thinking to guide database best practices, architecture decisions, and optimization initiatives for mission-critical systems.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and performance of enterprise-level database systems, ensuring high availability and consistent performance across all environments.
Please note: This is a hybrid role and candidates must be local to Metro Atlanta. This is a temp-to-hire position, and candidates must be US Citizens or Green Card holders.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, install, configure, and maintain enterprise-level database systems like SQL Server and Oracle.
• Monitor database performance, tune queries and indexes, and manage storage to ensure optimal performance.
• Ensure data integrity, security, and backup/recovery processes meet organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Lead initiatives related to database migrations, upgrades, and consolidations.
• Automate routine tasks using scripting languages such as PowerShell and shell scripting.
• Collaborate with developers, analysts, and system administrators to support application development and data integration.
• Participate in capacity planning and disaster recovery strategy development and testing.
• Provide 24/7 support for mission-critical systems as needed.