Azure DBA(Remote)

Description - External We are Cognizant AIA - Artificial Intelligence and Analytics !! About AI & Analytics: Artificial intelligence (AI) and the data it collects and analyzes will soon sit at the core of all intelligent, human-centric businesses. By decoding customer needs, preferences, and behaviors, our clients can understand exactly what services, products, and experiences their consumers need. Within AI & Analytics, we work to design the future—a future in which trial-and-error business decisions have been replaced by informed choices and data-supported strategies! By applying AI and data science, we help leading companies to prototype, refine, validate, and scale their AI and analytics products and delivery models! Cognizant’s AIA practice takes insights that are buried in data and provide businesses with a clear way to transform how they source, interpret, and consume their information. Our clients need flexible data structures and a streamlined data architecture that quickly turns data resources into informative, meaningful intelligence. Azure DBA: Key Responsibilities:

• Cloud Database Management: Administer, monitor, and maintain Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server on Azure Virtual Machines.
• Performance Tuning and Optimization: Proactively monitor database performance using Azure Monitor, Query Store, and other tools. Analyze and optimize complex T-SQL queries, indexes, and database configurations to ensure optimal performance and resource utilization.
• Security and Compliance (HIPAA): Implement and enforce robust security protocols to protect Protected Health Information (PHI). This includes configuring and managing Transparent Data Encryption (TDE), data masking, firewalls, and implementing Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and least-privilege principles. Ensure all database activities and configurations are compliant with HIPAA and other healthcare regulations.
• High Availability and Disaster Recovery: Design, implement, and manage high-availability solutions like Azure SQL Database's Geo-replication and Failover Groups to ensure business continuity and minimal downtime. Develop and test disaster recovery plans regularly.
• Backup and Recovery: Establish and maintain comprehensive backup and recovery strategies, including automated backups and point-in-time restore capabilities, in accordance with our Recovery Point Objective (RPO) and Recovery Time Objective (RTO) requirements.
• Automation and Scripting: Develop and maintain automation scripts using PowerShell or Azure CLI to streamline routine database administration tasks, deployments, and patching.
• Collaboration: Work closely with data engineers, application developers, and security teams to support new projects, troubleshoot issues, and optimize data-driven applications.
• Cost Management: Monitor and analyze Azure database costs, recommending and implementing strategies for cost optimization without compromising performance or security.
• Documentation: Maintain up-to-date documentation for all database infrastructure, configurations, and procedures.

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated expertise in administering and managing Microsoft Azure SQL Database and/or Azure SQL Managed Instance.
• Strong proficiency in T-SQL for database administration, scripting, and performance tuning.
• Experience with on-premise SQL Server migrations to Azure.
• Hands-on experience with Azure services, including Azure Monitor, Azure Portal, and Azure CLI/PowerShell.
• Proven understanding of database security best practices and compliance frameworks, particularly HIPAA.
• In-depth knowledge of database high availability, disaster recovery, and backup strategies.
• Experience in a healthcare payer or provider environment, with a strong understanding of healthcare data (e.g., claims, enrollment, provider data).

#LI-KN1 Salary and Other Compensation: Applications will be accepted until September 21st 2025. The annual salary for this position is between $120K- 130K depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans. Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:· Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance· Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off· 401(k) plan and contributions· Long-term/Short-term Disability· Paid Parental Leave· Employee Stock Purchase Plan Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. Salary: USD 120000 - 130000 per year Experience: 3 years required Apply tot his job Apply To this Job