SQL DBA – Contract C2C jobs Remote only

Role: SQL DBA
Location: Remote (EST/CST only)
Duration: 12+ Months

Must have: SQL DBA, and Production Support experience, Healthcare
experience
Good to have: Tidal

Responsibilities:
Server, Application, and Database Monitoring: Utilize monitoring tools
(such as Tidal, SNOW, and Precise) to ensure continuous monitoring of
servers, applications, and databases.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues in real-time to minimize downtime.
Operational Support & Monitoring
New Alerts & Agents: Set up, configure, and maintain alerts and
monitoring agents to ensure proactive detection of performance issues
across all applications and systems.
Performance Tuning & Optimization Support: Leverage SQL SVR, Oracle SQL
Developer, Informatica, and other tools to analyze system performance,
identify bottlenecks, and implement performance improvements. •
Vulnerability Remediation Support: Proactively identify and remediate
security vulnerabilities across applications and infrastructure,
ensuring compliance with security policies and industry standards.
Project Support & Application/Technology Administration.
Project Support (Funded or Unfunded): Provide technical support for both
funded and unfunded projects, ensuring alignment with project goals and
timelines. Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders for
successful delivery.  Technology/Application Administration: Oversee the
management, installation, and configuration of applications and
technologies.
Ensure that system configurations are in line with industry best
practices and organizational standards.
Application/Technology Installs/Upgrades/Hotfixes/Patches/Migrations:
Lead and support the deployment of application and technology upgrades,
patches, and migrations, ensuring minimal impact on the production
environment. Documentation & Process Compliance.
SOP Documentation & Maintenance: Create, maintain, and update Standard
Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the production support processes,
ensuring that all procedures are clear, efficient, and compliant with
internal and external requirements.
Audit Evidence Packages: Prepare and maintain audit evidence packages in
line with compliance requirements, supporting audits and internal
reviews of systems and processes.
Audit Controls Execution: Implement and monitor audit controls, ensuring
that the production environment adheres to all security and regulatory
requirements. Database & Application Support.
DB Backups Support: Ensure that database backups are performed regularly
and stored securely. Troubleshoot and restore backups as needed in the
event of failures.
Application Monitoring: Implement and manage tools to monitor
applications for uptime, performance, and scalability, ensuring that
issues are quickly identified and resolved.
License Management: Support the tracking and management of application
and technology licenses, ensuring compliance with licensing agreements
and optimal usage.

Requirements:
4+ years of experience in production support, application support, or
systems administration, particularly within large, complex environments.
Expertise in database management, including Oracle and SQL Server (SQL
SVR), with hands-on experience in performance tuning, backup/recovery,
and troubleshooting.
Strong experience with processes and Tableau, SSRS, and SSIS for data
reporting, performance monitoring, and integration.
Familiarity with PEGA for business process management and automation,
and experience with CTU and OTVM for managing critical systems and
technologies.
Good to have proficiency in using Tidal for job scheduling and
monitoring, ensuring batch jobs run smoothly in production environments.