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Job Summary
The Azure SQL Database Administrator will be responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of our cloud-based SQL database infrastructure. This role focuses on database security, credential management, performance tuning, query optimization, and comprehensive audit trail implementation to meet enterprise and regulatory requirements.
Location : Dallas TX
Key Responsibilities Database Security & Credential Management
Azure Active Directory Integration: Implement and maintain Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) authentication for centralized identity management
Database Credential Management: Establish secure credential policies, manage SQL authentication, and implement least-privilege access principles
Network Security Configuration: Configure IP firewall rules, virtual network service endpoints, and private endpoints for secure database access
Encryption Management: Implement and maintain Transparent Data Encryption (TDE), Always Encrypted for sensitive data columns, and manage encryption keys through Azure Key Vault
Access Control: Design and implement role-based database access using custom database roles and object-level permissions following security best practices
Performance Tuning & Optimization
Query Performance Analysis: Identify and resolve slow-running queries using Azure SQL Database Query Performance Insight, Query Store, and Dynamic Management Views (DMVs)
Index Optimization: Analyze and optimize database indexes, implement automated index tuning recommendations, and manage index fragmentation
Resource Monitoring: Monitor DTU/vCore utilization, implement auto-scaling policies, and optimize resource allocation for cost-effectiveness
Performance Baseline Management: Establish performance baselines, implement proactive monitoring alerts, and conduct regular performance assessments
Batch Processing Optimization: Optimize large data processing jobs, implement parallel processing strategies, and manage long-running operations
Database Query Optimization
SQL Query Tuning: Analyze execution plans, optimize complex queries, and implement query hints where appropriate
Stored Procedure Optimization: Review and optimize stored procedures, functions, and triggers for maximum efficiency
Database Schema Design: Provide recommendations for optimal table structures, partitioning strategies, and archival processes
Deadlock Resolution: Identify, analyze, and resolve database deadlocks and blocking issues
Statistics Management: Maintain up-to-date statistics for optimal query plan generation
Audit Trails & Compliance
SQL Auditing Implementation: Configure and maintain comprehensive SQL auditing to Azure Storage, Azure Monitor Logs, and Event Hubs
Compliance Monitoring: Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements (SOX, GDPR, HIPAA) through proper audit trail configuration
Data Classification: Implement data discovery and classification for sensitive data identification and protection
Audit Log Management: Design audit log retention policies, implement log archival strategies, and ensure audit log integrity
Vulnerability Assessment: Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and implement remediation strategies
High Availability & Disaster Recovery
Business Continuity Planning: Design and maintain geo-replication, failover groups, and backup strategies
Backup & Recovery: Implement automated backup policies, test recovery procedures, and manage point-in-time recovery operations
Monitoring & Alerting: Configure comprehensive monitoring using Azure Monitor, set up proactive alerting, and maintain 24/7 system availability
Disaster Recovery Testing: Conduct regular DR tests, document recovery procedures, and maintain RTO/RPO compliance
Database Development Support
Database Design Review: Review database schemas, provide optimization recommendations, and ensure best practices implementation
Migration Support: Plan and execute database migrations from on-premises to Azure SQL Database/Managed Instance
Version Control: Implement database version control practices and manage database schema changes through CI/CD pipelines
Development Team Collaboration: Work closely with developers to optimize application database interactions
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Location : Dallas TX
Key Responsibilities Database Security & Credential Management
Azure Active Directory Integration: Implement and maintain Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) authentication for centralized identity management
Database Credential Management: Establish secure credential policies, manage SQL authentication, and implement least-privilege access principles
Network Security Configuration: Configure IP firewall rules, virtual network service endpoints, and private endpoints for secure database access
Encryption Management: Implement and maintain Transparent Data Encryption (TDE), Always Encrypted for sensitive data columns, and manage encryption keys through Azure Key Vault
Access Control: Design and implement role-based database access using custom database roles and object-level permissions following security best practices
Performance Tuning & Optimization
Query Performance Analysis: Identify and resolve slow-running queries using Azure SQL Database Query Performance Insight, Query Store, and Dynamic Management Views (DMVs)
Index Optimization: Analyze and optimize database indexes, implement automated index tuning recommendations, and manage index fragmentation
Resource Monitoring: Monitor DTU/vCore utilization, implement auto-scaling policies, and optimize resource allocation for cost-effectiveness
Performance Baseline Management: Establish performance baselines, implement proactive monitoring alerts, and conduct regular performance assessments
Batch Processing Optimization: Optimize large data processing jobs, implement parallel processing strategies, and manage long-running operations
Database Query Optimization
SQL Query Tuning: Analyze execution plans, optimize complex queries, and implement query hints where appropriate
Stored Procedure Optimization: Review and optimize stored procedures, functions, and triggers for maximum efficiency
Database Schema Design: Provide recommendations for optimal table structures, partitioning strategies, and archival processes
Deadlock Resolution: Identify, analyze, and resolve database deadlocks and blocking issues
Statistics Management: Maintain up-to-date statistics for optimal query plan generation
Audit Trails & Compliance
SQL Auditing Implementation: Configure and maintain comprehensive SQL auditing to Azure Storage, Azure Monitor Logs, and Event Hubs
Compliance Monitoring: Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements (SOX, GDPR, HIPAA) through proper audit trail configuration
Data Classification: Implement data discovery and classification for sensitive data identification and protection
Audit Log Management: Design audit log retention policies, implement log archival strategies, and ensure audit log integrity
Vulnerability Assessment: Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and implement remediation strategies
High Availability & Disaster Recovery
Business Continuity Planning: Design and maintain geo-replication, failover groups, and backup strategies
Backup & Recovery: Implement automated backup policies, test recovery procedures, and manage point-in-time recovery operations
Monitoring & Alerting: Configure comprehensive monitoring using Azure Monitor, set up proactive alerting, and maintain 24/7 system availability
Disaster Recovery Testing: Conduct regular DR tests, document recovery procedures, and maintain RTO/RPO compliance
Database Development Support
Database Design Review: Review database schemas, provide optimization recommendations, and ensure best practices implementation
Migration Support: Plan and execute database migrations from on-premises to Azure SQL Database/Managed Instance
Version Control: Implement database version control practices and manage database schema changes through CI/CD pipelines
Development Team Collaboration: Work closely with developers to optimize application database interactions
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