Senior SQL Server Database Administrator

Washington, D.C., Washington, DC

Suitability/Public Trust

Fully remote

Information Technology

** Overview*
* GovCIO is currently hiring for a  
** Senior SQL Server Database Administrator
** to lead the management of enterprise SQL Server environments across multiple platforms. This position will be located in Washington, D.C. and will be a fully remote within the United States position.

** Responsibilities*
* Leads the management of enterprise SQL Server environments across multiple platforms, ensuring database scalability, performance, and resilience. This SME-level role requires mastery of SQL Server systems and related database technologies.

** Responsibilities*
* + Architect, install, configure, and maintain SQL Server environments +).

+ Manage  
** SQL Server Clustering** , Always On Availability Groups, and other HA/DR configurations.

+ Develop and optimize complex  
** T‑SQL
** stored procedures, views, triggers, and scripts.

+ Automate administrative routines using Power Shell, SQL scripting, and other automation tools.

+ Perform index tuning, query optimization, statistics management, and performance troubleshooting.

+ Implement secure configurations, audit mechanisms, and access management guidelines.

+ Lead database migrations, schema design, integration planning, and cloud‑readiness initiatives.

+ Provide expert guidance to developers and cross-functional project teams.

+ Lead incident response, root cause analysis, and creation of corrective action plans.

+ Maintain technical documentation, SOPs, and architecture diagrams.

** Qualifications*
* Bachelor's with 8+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

+  
** Minimum 8 years
** SQL Server DBA experience in enterprise-scale environments.

+ Demonstrated expertise across SQL, SQL Server, SQL Clustering, SQL Scripting, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB, Oracle, and MS Access.

+ Extensive experience building and supporting standalone and clustered SQL Server databases.

+ Proven success maintaining HA/DR environments and performance tuning.

+ Strong command of Power Shell, T‑SQL, and database automation.

+ Excellent communication and cross-team collaboration capabilities.

** Preferred Certifications*
* + Microsoft Certified:
Azure Database Administrator Associate

+ Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) in Data Management & Analytics

** Posted Salary Range*
* USD $ - USD $ /Yr.

** Company Overview*
* GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

** What You Can Expect*
* ** Interview & Hiring Process*
* If you are selected to move forward through the process, here's what you can expect:

+ During the Interview Process

+ Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team

+ Camera must be on

+ A valid photo  be presented during each interview

+ During the Hiring Process

+ Enhanced Biometrics  screening

+ Background check, to include:

+ Criminal history (past 7 years)

+ Verification of your highest level of education

+ Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

** Employee Perks*
* At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and…