- Location
- Atlanta
- Type
- Full-time
- Closing date
- Apr 18, 2026
- Source
- CareersPage
Description
SQL Server DBA Atlanta, Georgia
Job Type: Contract
Job Description
Summary:
Seeking an experienced cross‑platform DBA to design, secure, and operate SQL Server/Azure SQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB environments. Role includes performance tuning, automation, database lifecycle management, cloud/on‑prem migrations, and maintaining strict ITAR compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
Core DBA
Monitor, tune, and maintain database performance, availability, and security.
Manage backups, restores, and disaster recovery processes.
Automate routine operations and maintenance tasks.
Provide production support and participate in on‑call rotations.
SQL Server & Azure SQL
Design and operate SQL Server/Azure SQL databases and support cloud migrations.
Handle performance tuning, Agent jobs, replication, and patching.
PostgreSQL
Create/manage schemas, indexes, roles, and DB objects.
Perform maintenance, tuning, capacity planning, and issue resolution.
MongoDB
Design clusters, sharding strategies, and performance optimization.
Support deployments, upgrades, configuration, and automation.
ITAR & Security Compliance
Enforce access controls, RBAC, encryption, and auditing for ITAR‑regulated data.
Ensure compliant backup, replication, migrations, and data residency.
Support ITAR audits, documentation, and evidence collection.
Qualifications
U.S. Person (ITAR requirement).
8–10 years SQL Server DBA experience + 4+ years Azure SQL.
Strong PostgreSQL administration experience.
Strong MongoDB architecture and operations experience.
Expertise in performance tuning, automation, DR, and production support.
If this aligns with your current interests or you'd like to know more, Id be happy to connect and discuss further. Feel free to share your updated resume or let me know a convenient time to talk.
Looking forward to hearing from you.