Senior MS SQL Server Database Administrator

Job Title: Senior MS SQL Server Database Administrator Work Type: Remote Location: Mechanicsville, VA 23116 Rate: $50 – $70 per hour Start Date: 19/10/2026 End Date: 30/06/2027 Industry Category: Government / Information Technology Employment Type: 1099 Contract Requisition ID: 813262 Overview: We are seeking an experienced Senior MS SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA) to support the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Information Technology Division (ITD) Tolling group. This remote contract opportunity focuses on SQL Server database administration, cloud database technologies, performance optimization, high availability, and operational support. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in Microsoft SQL Server, Transact-SQL (T-SQL), database maintenance, and troubleshooting, along with familiarity with cloud database platforms. Application: Qualified candidates should demonstrate the required SQL Server database administration experience, technical troubleshooting skills, and ability to work independently within a collaborative engineering and operations environment. Applicants must confirm that they will physically reside within the United States for the duration of the assignment in accordance with Commonwealth of Virginia security policies. Candidates must also be willing to complete a fingerprint-based background check and maintain technical knowledge of VDOT technologies through continuing education at their own expense. Job Description The S