Database Analyst

Job at a Glance Job Title: Senior Database Analyst – SQL Location: Richmond, VA Work Arrangement: Hybrid (1 week onsite / 1 week remote) Schedule: Includes participation in a 24x7 on-call rotation Openings: 1 Responsibilities Support multiple SQL Server databases on Azure and Windows Perform software installation, database creation, support, and administration of SQL Server databases Collaborate with multiple business units and provide resolution for complex problems across project teams Evaluate and research new database features and technologies Participate in a 24x7 on-call rotation supporting a large SQL environment Monitor and optimize performance issues at the application and database level Plan, design, implement, enhance, and maintain complex databases, access methods, database security, and audit and regulatory requirements Manage and support various backup and recovery strategies Monitor and tune database performance Perform SQL database upgrades and patching Automate routine DBA tasks using PowerShell scripting Manage availability groups, replication, and standby configurations Migrate on-prem SQL databases to Azure Work independently and as part of a team to perform SQL administration tasks Qualifications 5–7 years of experience as a SQL DBA applying principles, practices, and procedures to all aspects of SQL database support Enterprise-level SQL Server database administration experience on Windows operating systems, including data migration, data replication, user administration, and database backup and recovery Solid understanding of SQL Server internal architecture Hands-on experience with SQL database installation, upgrades, and migrations SQL Server administration experience with version 2012 and above Experience managing backup and recovery strategies Experience monitoring and tuning database performance Experience upgrading and patching SQL databases PowerShell scripting experience to automate DBA tasks Experience managing availability groups, replication, and standby configurations Experience migrating on-prem SQL databases to Azure Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to lead, collaborate, or work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams Minimum of 5+ years of directly related experience Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent Preference for prior experience in a regulated industry About the Client The client is a large, regulated energy and utility organization serving customers across multiple U.S. regions. The team supports enterprise-scale technology platforms that are critical to daily operations, reliability, and compliance. This environment emphasizes stability, security, and performance, with a strong focus on regulatory standards, audit requirements, and cross-functional collaboration to support complex, business-critical systems. #INDGEN #ZR