Senior SQL DBA 100% Remote within South Carolina (Current SC residents only; no relocation or nationwide applications accepted)
6 12 Months with Possible Extension
12 Months (Possibility of Extension)
Interview Process : - 1 Round, Virtual
Travel Requirements : - Up to 25% onsite travel for meetings as needed, depending on project demands
Position Purpose : - The State of South Carolina seeks a senior-level SQL Database Administrator (DBA) to provide expert IV&V technical engineering consulting in support of complex, enterprise healthcare IT projects. The role is integral to large-scale, mission-critical Medicaid, MMIS, and public sector technology environments, focusing on secure and resilient database management, process improvement, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer, optimize, and secure enterprise-class SQL Server environments across both Windows and Linux platforms
- Lead database high availability / disaster recovery (HA / DR) architecture, solutions, and testing (including Data Guard)
- Guide performance tuning, query optimization, backup, recovery, and security best practices
- Develop, review, and implement database change management procedures, documentation, and monitoring strategies
- Support and mentor development teams for web-based enterprise solutions leveraging SQL Server and related technologies
- Automate administrative tasks using T-SQL and PowerShell scripting
- Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations concerning PHI, PII, and related healthcare data
- Engage with project managers, technical teams, and stakeholders to support delivery milestones and system integration
Required Skills & Experience
7+ years as a SQL DBA, supporting large-scale enterprise applications5+ years with SQL Server, with demonstrated authority in HA / DR and database security3+ years hands-on with T-SQL and PowerShell scripting for automationExtensive expertise in performance tuning, backup / recovery, data encryption, and access controlExperience with Data Guard and supporting database operations in Linux environmentsStrong project management, leadership, and communication capabilitiesPrevious support of enterprise / high-visibility web-based development teams