Senior SQL Server Database Administrator (US - Remote)

What to expect when you join Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary

Team members at Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary have a lot in common while also being part of a rich and varied group of contributors, creating a distinct and thriving culture. Chief among our commonalities is a desire for growth and a shared unity of purpose in our professional lives. We believe that through diverse perspectives, challenging the status quo and rewarding action, we accelerate innovation and drive growth – for our clients, for ourselves and for our communities.

The professional services landscape continues to evolve. For Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary, this means we have an opportunity to further cement our leadership position in this industry and continue to grow our organization in increasingly exciting ways. This growth is meaningful for every team member at our company because larger companies simply see more interesting client opportunities and can attract impressively talented individuals like you. Through a dedicated focus on key business priorities and intentionally creating a rewarding employee experience, Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary has developed into a highly regarded provider of professional services and a sought-after employer of choice.

Do you want to work with other skilled and agile practitioners who thrive on challenge and growth? We believe everyone has untapped potential. That’s why we lead with vision and act fast, pairing deep expertise with practical solutions. Our teams cut through complexity and deliver real impact. It's our hope that you find more than just a job. At Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary, you'll find optimism, clear insights and genuine warmth, without egos.

Are you ready to grow with us?

Position summary

In anticipation of a recompete contract award, Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary- is looking for a Senior SQL Server Database Administrator.  

What will you do in this role?

• Install, configure, administer, and maintain SQL Server Standard and Enterprise Edition instances across standalone and clustered architectures in on-premises and Microsoft Azure IaaS environments
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot SQL Server Failover Cluster instances for high availability across Windows and Linux environments
• Perform SQL Server backup and recovery operations including full, differential, and transaction log backups, point-in-time recovery, and automated backup policy management using SQL Server Native Backup with Azure Blob Storage
• Administer and maintain SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) including report development, deployment to report server, and maintenance of reports from multiple data sources including Oracle, SQL Server, and flat file formats
• Develop, maintain, and deploy SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) packages for ETL and data integration operations
• Administer and maintain MySQL 8.x instances on Ubuntu Linux including replication, encryption, backup, and semi-synchronous replication configuration
• Monitor and tune database performance including index defragmentation, query optimization, database engine tuning advisor, SQL profiler, DBCC commands, and dynamic management view analysis
• Administer SQL Server security including login creation, role assignment, user account management, group management, privilege grants, and audit configuration
• Implement and maintain Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) for SQL Server and MySQL tablespace encryption for data at rest protection
• Configure and maintain SQL Server Always On availability groups, database mirroring, log shipping, and replication for business continuity
• Develop and maintain automated job scheduling, alerts, and notifications for system errors, resource constraints, database health events, and task assignment tracking
• Migrate and configure SQL Server databases and instances from on-premises infrastructure to Azure IaaS platform
• Support agency data mart operations including nightly data pulls from enterprise systems and integration with application reporting layers
• Support Power BI Data Gateway administration for on-premises SQL Server and Oracle data access from Power BI reporting
• Maintain SQL Server instances supporting enterprise applications across a large federal agency application portfolio
• Author and maintain SQL Server and MySQL SOPs covering installation, configuration, backup and recovery, replication, patching, failover clustering, encryption, and monitoring
• Apply security patches and vulnerability remediations against agency scan policy templates and ISSO security mandates
• Support FISMA security assessment and authorization activities as they relate to SQL Server and MySQL database environments
• Support application developers and subject matter experts in database optimization, schema design, stored procedure development, and integrated systems performance

What do you need to succeed in this role?

• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field required
• Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) or equivalent SQL Server certification required
• Minimum 5 years of SQL Server database administration experience; 12-plus years preferred
• Demonstrated experience administering SQL Server 2016, 2019, and 2022 in both standalone and clustered configurations on Windows on-premises and in Microsoft Azure
• Proficiency in T-SQL including stored procedures, functions, views, triggers, constraints, indexes, joins, unions, and dynamic management views
• Hands-on experience with SQL Server Failover Clustering, Always On availability groups, database mirroring, log shipping, and replication
• Experience with SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), and SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS)
• Experience administering MySQL 5.7 and 8.x on Ubuntu Linux including master-slave replication, GTID replication, encrypted backups, and MySQLPump
• Experience with SQL Server backup and recovery tools including SQL Server Native Backup and Azure Blob Storage integration
• Experience migrating SQL Server databases from on-premises environments to Azure IaaS
• Experience with SQL Server security administration including TDE, audit configuration, login management, and role-based access control
• Proficiency with performance monitoring and tuning tools including SQL Server Profiler, Database Engine Tuning Advisor, DBCC commands, and dynamic management views
• Familiarity with FISMA security assessment and authorization activities and federal ISSO security requirements

Preferred Certifications & Qualifications

• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) certification for Oracle 19c or demonstrated Oracle database administration experience sufficient to provide cross-platform support as needed
• Experience supporting federal agency database environments with complex integration requirements across multiple enterprise applications including grants management, contracts management, and collaboration platforms
• Experience administering SQL Server instances supporting SharePoint on-premises environments in a federal agency context
• Experience with enterprise backup tooling for SQL Server environments including both third-party solutions and SQL Server Native Backup to Azure Blob Storage
• Experience with Power BI Data Gateway configuration and administration
• Experience with SSRS report development across multiple heterogeneous data sources including Oracle and SQL Server
• Familiarity with HHS EPLC framework and federal IT governance processes
• Experience with Splunk or equivalent log monitoring tools for database security event analysis
• Experience with PowerShell scripting for SQL Server administrative automation

In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $160,000 - $180,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.

In addition, specific skills/experience required are as follows:

• Values driven – You embody and model absolute integrity and servant leadership and you have a bias for action and continuous innovation.
• Uncompromising problem solver – You see opportunities in every business challenge and can develop, articulate and implement solutions.
• Collaboration – You are a relationship builder across all levels of the organization and across all business units.
• Instills trust – You do what you say, without ego, and you follow through on commitments consistently and credibly.
• Impact & influence – You are relentlessly focused on making a difference and can gain support for ideas, proposals and solutions. You get others to act, with or without formal authority, to advance initiatives and objectives.

About Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary

Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary offers the public and private sectors a diverse platform of professional services across consulting, technology and compliance. Highly specialized and hands-on teams deliver integrated solutions rooted in deep industry experience. Our approach is strategically and thoughtfully designed to help our clients, teams and communities accelerate success. 

Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary has approximately 2,000 team members and operates across North America, EMEA and APAC. 

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Our team members enjoy expansive benefits ranging from competitive compensation and insurance options to wellness programs and a flexible time off policy, to name only a few. Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary also takes pride in prioritizing team members’ health, total wellbeing and time spent with family, friends and in the pursuit of personal goals, hobbies, and endeavors.

Some examples of our many benefits:

• Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary maintains a Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy. We encourage every full-time employee, as your role permits, to utilize paid time off (personal time, mental/physical health care, vacation, sick leave, etc.). Waiting for time off to accrue is common at other companies. At Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary, you do not have to wait for this benefit to kick in. FTO is activated on your first day with our organization.
• Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary will also recognize paid holidays during the year and strives to permit employees to have time off the last week of the calendar year when client and project work permits.
• Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary offers a comprehensive wellness program to engage, challenge and empower team members to take responsibility for their wellbeing. Activities can be tracked through our wellness provider to obtain gift cards and other rewards.

We also offer:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Health, dental, vision, life, and accident/death/disability insurance options
• HSA employer contribution
• Eleven (11) paid holidays annually.
• A robust paid Parental Bonding Leave program covering birth, adoption, and foster children.
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous employee referral bonus program
• Client referral bonus program
• Pet insurance
• FORCE – Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary community volunteer program enabling each team member to use up to four hours of paid time annually to volunteer and make a difference in their local communities.

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Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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