Mid-Level SQL Database Administrator (DBA)

This is a Fully Remote Job About Our Client: The organization operates within the database administration industry, providing critical support for enterprise database environments serving federal customers. It addresses the challenge of maintaining robust, secure, and high-performing database systems essential for federal operations. About the Opportunity: The MID-LEVEL SQL DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR (DBA) role is focused on delivering hands-on administration and support for SQL and Oracle databases in an enterprise setting. This position ensures database stability, security, and performance, contributing directly to the operational effectiveness of the federal client’s database infrastructure. Responsibilities: Administer, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot SQL and Oracle databases Support database provisioning, installations, upgrades, patching, and server maintenance Manage backup, restore, High Availability, Disaster Recovery, and failover processes Monitor and tune database performance, alerts, and operational dashboards Implement database security, auditing, configuration, and compliance Develop SQL scripts and automate database administration tasks Troubleshoot database incidents and conduct root-cause analysis Collaborate with application, infrastructure, security, and operations teams Support occasional scheduled after-hours maintenance activities Requirements: Minimum 4 years of database administration experience Proficiency with SQL, SQL Server, SQL Clustering, and SQL Scripting Experience with Oracle Database, Oracle Grid, Oracle RMAN, PL/SQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB, and Microsoft Access Ability to create and manage standalone SQL and Oracle databases Skilled in identifying and resolving database issues Experience with server maintenance, software installations, upgrades, and patching Knowledge of High Availability, Disaster Recovery, backup, and restore processes Experience in performance tuning, monitoring, security, automation, and incident management Ability to work independently and collaborate across teams Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills Must reside and work within the United States Willingness to complete federal background or suitability screening and fingerprinting if required Availability for 8 working hours per day between 7:30 AM and 6:00 PM ET Ability to support occasional after-hours maintenance U.S. citizenship required Preferred Qualifications: Professional SQL Server/database certification Current or prior federal background investigation or Public Trust Experience in federal government or contracting Familiarity with ServiceNow, Idera, SolarWinds, Oracle Enterprise Manager, Datadog, or Dynatrace Experience supporting cloud database environments Pay Range and Compensation Package: $100,000 to $140,000 per year as a W2 employee $55 to $75 per hour as a 1099 contractor Benefits & Perks: Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin. Note: TalentHop is a recruitment partner of this role. Please note that all employment decisions, including candidate assessment, interviews, hiring, compensation, and employment terms, are made exclusively by the hiring employer.