SQL Server Database Administrator

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Database Administrator (DBA) to provide operational support for a mission-critical production system supporting a large public-sector program. This is a part-time, temporary engagement focused on system stability, performance, and continuity of operations.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on production DBA who thrives in operational environments, responds quickly to issues, and understands the importance of data integrity, availability, and security.

Position Details

• Schedule: Up to 30 hours per week
• Duration: Approximately 6 months
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid (minimum 2 days per week onsite in Baltimore, MD)
• Start Date: January 2026 (anticipated)

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor, maintain, and optimize production relational databases
• Perform routine and emergency backup, restore, and disaster recovery activities
• Diagnose and resolve database performance issues, outages, and degradation
• Optimize SQL queries and database structures for performance and reliability
• Support ongoing operations and maintenance (O&M) activities
• Document configurations, procedures, and recovery processes
• Collaborate with application, infrastructure, and security teams as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, MIS, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience administering production relational databases
• Demonstrated experience with:
• Database backup and recovery
• Disaster recovery planning and execution
• Performance tuning and optimization
• SQL query development and optimization
• Experience supporting production systems in an operational (O&M) environment
• Strong troubleshooting and incident-response skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SQL Server in enterprise environments
• Experience supporting government or public-sector systems
• Familiarity with .NET-based applications
• Prior work in regulated or compliance-driven environments

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work onsite in Baltimore, MD at least two days per week
• Must pass a background check
• Must be eligible to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA)
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Why This Role

This role offers the opportunity to support a high-impact public-sector system while working with a focused technical team. It’s ideal for a senior DBA who prefers meaningful, hands-on work over long-term bureaucracy and enjoys stabilizing and maintaining critical systems.

Employment Type

Contract / Temporary (Part-Time)

Pay: $35.00 - $65.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 30.0 per week

Work Location: In person