MS SQL Server / Azure DBA - Contract - Remote - 1 year + Base pay range $75.00/hr - $90.00/hr Resource 1 is seeking an experienced SQL Server DBA for a 1-year contract with our client who has recently migrated most of their SQL Server databases to Azure VM . This role is 100% remote and requires a collaborative professional who can work with the existing DBA to manage day‐to‐day operations, support mission‐critical databases (including off‐hours support), and provide guidance on database best practices. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in MS SQL Server, strong problem‐solving skills, and a proactive approach to performance, availability, and security in a 24x7 environment. Database Monitoring & Availability Monitor SQL Server databases in an Always On environment using tools like Idera and Nagios. Diagnose and resolve issues with Availability Group (AG) health and related replication or failover challenges. Identify and resolve long‐running processes that are consuming exce...