IT Analyst III - Database Administrator

IT Analyst III - Database Administrator

FT / PT Status – Full-Time Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package. Salary – $42.63 - $72.46 Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid

Recruiter – Liz Vander Linden | evander@utah.gov | 801-957-7232 Application Deadline – 10/18/2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

The IT Analyst III Database Administrator contributes to the architecture, design, performance and long-term growth of critical database services supporting executive branch agencies. Operating in a supportive, multi-platform environment spanning on-premises (Oracle, MSSQL) and public cloud services (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure), this role offers an excellent opportunity to manage enterprise database systems while expanding your expertise in modern cloud and automation technologies. Key responsibilities include architecting disaster recovery plans, advancing DevOps and automation initiatives, mentoring junior team members, and partnering cross-functionally with agency leadership, compliance officers, and line-of-business stakeholders.

This position is currently a hybrid of both in-office (2 days a week required in office and any mandatory in office meetings) and remote work days (work must be performed in Utah). Please note, a position's eligibility for remote work is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason. The office is located at the Taylorsville State Office Building, 4315 S 2700 W, Taylorsville, UT. All remote work must be performed within the state.

This job may be filled at either of the levels listed below. (Rate as listed or in accordance with DHRM Rules for current state employees.)

• IT Analyst III, $42.63 - $72.46 per hour
• IT Analyst II, $35.97 - $61.12 per hour
• IT Analyst I, $28.18 - $47.92 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Database Architecture & Cloud Integration: Contribute to database architecture design and cloud transitions across multi-cloud (AWS, GCP, Azure) and hybrid ecosystems, aligning technology initiatives with agency objectives and emerging industry best practices.
• Multi-Platform Database Operations: Provision, manage, and support core enterprise database environments — including Oracle, MSSQL, Amazon RDS, PostgreSQL, and other cloud database technology — leveraging deep Linux OS expertise to optimize underlying host environments.
• High Availability & Disaster Recovery: Architect and enforce comprehensive business continuity plans, robust backup strategies, and highly available architectures. Execute seamless, zero-downtime data migrations while maintaining strict RPO/RTO and data integrity standards.
• Performance Tuning & Capacity Planning: Drive full-stack observability and system health. Resolve complex performance bottlenecks, execute advanced query/index tuning, and forecast capacity needs to ensure scalable, high-performance infrastructure.
• DevOps & Automation Engineering: Streamline database lifecycle management by automating routine tasks and provisioning through scripting (Python, Bash) and Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation) within CI/CD pipelines.
• Security, Compliance, & Governance: Enforce stringent database security postures across all platforms, managing role-based access controls (RBAC), encryption, and compliance with regulatory frameworks.
• Cross-Functional Leadership & Mentorship: Act as a strategic partner to line-of-business leaders, application developers, and analysts to optimize data solutions. Provide technical mentorship and operational guidance to elevate the broader DBA community.
• Incident Response & Operational Reliability: Ensure continuous availability of critical database systems, which includes responding to incidents, troubleshooting complex code, and participating in a rotating after-hours on-call schedule.

Qualifications

• Education & Foundation: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field plus 2+ years of hands-on IT/database administration experience; OR 4+ years of progressive, practical database administration experience without a degree.

• Multi-Platform & Cloud Expertise: Strong proficiency in at least two core enterprise platforms (e.g., Oracle, MSSQL, PostgreSQL) with hands-on experience managing and optimizing deployments in AWS, GCP, or Azure.

• Performance Optimization & SQL Mastery: Advanced SQL skills for complex querying and data manipulation, combined with proven experience tuning database performance and implementing full-stack observability tools.

• Resilience & Disaster Recovery: Comprehensive working knowledge of high-availability architectures and robust backup, recovery, and disaster recovery methodologies.

• Database Security & Governance: Demonstrated success implementing and maintaining strict data security measures, including user permissions, role-based access controls (RBAC), and encryption standards.

• Analytical & Communication Skills: Proven ability to troubleshoot complex issues autonomously, collaborate across teams, and translate highly technical solutions effectively to various stakeholders.

• On-Call / After-Hours Expectations: Ability to participate in a rotating after-hours on-call schedule to support critical incident response.

Preferred Qualificiations

• DevOps & Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Hands-on experience with configuration management tools (Terraform, Ansible) and version control (GitHub) within CI/CD pipelines for automated database provisioning.
• Data Engineering & Modern Ecosystems: Familiarity with Data Warehousing, ETL processes, NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Redis), and streaming platforms (Kafka). Experience with managed cloud database services (e.g., Amazon Aurora, Google Cloud SQL, AlloyDB, BigQuery) is a strong plus.
• Specialized Infrastructure & Migrations: Working knowledge of high-performance appliances (Oracle Exadata) and enterprise data mobility, including Zero Downtime Migration (ZDM) strategies.
• Governance, Compliance, & FinOps: Experience operating within strict government regulatory frameworks (CJIS, HIPAA, FedRAMP) paired with expertise in cloud cost optimization strategies (e.g., reserved instances, savings plans).
• Active Cloud Certifications: Holding an active Associate-level or higher certification, such as AWS Certified Data Engineer - Associate, Azure Database Administrator Associate or Google Cloud Professional Cloud Database Engineer.

About the Role

Location – 4315 S 2700 W Taylorsville, Utah, 84129 United States Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check. Drug Test Required – Yes Schedule Code – AT - Executive/Professional Employees of Technology Services

Why You Should Join Our Team In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

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EEO Statement The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.