As a Senior SQL Server DBA, you will make an impact by making a difference in the healthcare industry by ensuring the reliability and performance of databases that power clinical and operational systems. Your expertise will support important applications that directly impact patient care and operational efficiency. With a focus on high availability, disaster recovery readiness, and secure data access across both on-premises and Azure cloud environments, your work will be essential to maintaining flawless operations. You'll be part of a collaborative team committed to technical excellence and meaningful outcomes. You will be a valued member of our Infrastructure practice and work collaboratively with our Senior Consultant.
In this role, you will
- Craft, implement, and manage SQL Server environments for high-availability healthcare systems across both on-premise and Azure platforms.
- Own and maintain database health and performance; analyze and resolve bottlenecks or failures with minimal disruption.
- Implement and support HA/DR strategies including AlwaysOn, clustering, and Distributed Availability Groups.
- Manage end-to-end database lifecycle: provisioning, configuration, upgrade, patching, backup, and recovery.
- Automate daily administrative tasks using T-SQL and PowerShell to improve operational efficiency.
- Secure databases using enterprise encryption models such as TDE, Always Encrypted, and SSL.
- Coordinate with infrastructure, application, and DevOps teams to align database strategies with business goals.
- Build and maintain comprehensive documentation including standard operating procedures, recovery playbooks, and change logs.
- Lead and contribute to migrating databases to On-prem and Cloud, Azure SQL.
What you’ll need to succeed (required skills)
- A proven track record of 8 or more years in SQL database administration, including work with large-scale, high volume systems.
- Proficiency in SQL Server HA/DR technologies including clustering, AlwaysOn Availability Groups, and backups/recovery models.
- Detailed knowledge of Performance Tuning and Optimization (PTO) techniques using native SQL Server tools.
- Expert in managing migrations to Azure SQL or other hybrid cloud models.
- Proficiency in PowerShell and T-SQL scripting for automation and maintenance tasks.
- Outstanding experience implementing and maintaining SQL Server encryption models including TDE, Always Encrypt, SSL connections.
What will help you stand out (preferred skills)
- Superb interpersonal skills with a proactive approach.
- Top-tier experience in security and compliance requirements in healthcare or other regulated industries.
- Outstanding ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
At Cognizant, we're eager to meet people who believe in our mission and can make an impact in various ways. We strongly encourage you to apply even if you only meet the required skills listed. Consider what transferrable experience and skills make you a unique applicant and help us see how you'd be beneficial to this role.
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
Working arrangements
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in Ontario and/or Nova Scotia, where our hubs are located. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.
Note: The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
About us
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.
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