We are looking for a Database Administrator to support and optimize critical database environments in Cincinnati, Ohio. This Long-term Contract position focuses on maintaining reliable, secure, and high-performing database systems across platforms including Microsoft SQL Server, Azure SQL Database, and MySQL. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, sound troubleshooting abilities, and a proactive approach to database health, availability, and continuous improvement.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer and maintain database platforms to ensure stability, security, and consistent availability for business operations.<br>• Monitor database performance, investigate bottlenecks, and implement tuning improvements to enhance efficiency and response times.<br>• Manage backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes to protect data integrity and support business continuity.<br>• Support database deployments, configuration updates, and environment changes while minimizing operational disruption.<br>• Troubleshoot database issues, identify root causes, and resolve incidents affecting performance, connectivity, or reliability.<br>• Partner with technical teams to optimize queries, data structures, and system design for scalable application support.<br>• Oversee user access, permissions, and security controls in alignment with organizational and compliance standards.<br>• Document database configurations, maintenance procedures, and operational best practices for ongoing support and knowledge sharing.
We are looking for a Data Engineer to support scalable data solutions for a Long-term Contract position based in Cincinnati, Ohio. This role focuses on building reliable data pipelines, optimizing data movement across platforms, and enabling efficient access to high-quality datasets for business and technical teams. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on experience with modern big data tools and a practical approach to designing robust ETL workflows.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design and maintain end-to-end data pipelines that process large and complex datasets with a focus on performance and reliability.<br>• Develop ETL workflows using Python and Spark to transform raw data into structured, usable formats for downstream consumption.<br>• Work with Hadoop-based environments to manage distributed data processing and storage activities at scale.<br>• Integrate streaming and messaging components such as Kafka to support near real-time data ingestion and event-driven processing.<br>• Monitor pipeline health, troubleshoot data issues, and implement improvements that strengthen stability and data quality.<br>• Collaborate with analysts, developers, and other stakeholders to understand data needs and translate them into technical solutions.<br>• Improve existing data architecture by refining workflows, reducing processing bottlenecks, and increasing operational efficiency.
<p>We are looking for a Data Engineer to support a remote Contract engagement. This role focuses on strengthening device management and compliance operations while helping ensure policies are effectively defined, validated, and enforced across the environment. The ideal candidate brings a strong technical background in data and systems engineering, along with hands-on experience working with modern platforms and compliance-focused workflows.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Assess existing device management policies to determine effectiveness, identify gaps, and document areas requiring remediation.</p><p>• Convert validated policy frameworks into Intune configurations and help align enforcement rules with operational needs.</p><p>• Contribute to the migration of approximately 300 devices from Jamf into Intune while maintaining stability and user readiness.</p><p>• Support FIDO2 compliance initiatives and help implement device compliance standards across managed endpoints.</p><p>• Monitor policy behavior after deployment, troubleshoot issues, and refine configurations to improve consistency and control.</p><p>• Partner with technical stakeholders to translate business and security requirements into practical management policies.</p><p>• Use scripting and data engineering tools to analyze operational data, automate repeatable tasks, and improve reporting visibility.</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join a manufacturing organization in Cincinnati, Ohio. This position plays a key role in delivering accurate, timely payroll for a multi-state employee population while supporting compliance and strong recordkeeping practices. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with full-cycle payroll, works well with sensitive information, and collaborates effectively with HR, finance, and external payroll support partners.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer end-to-end payroll processing for employees, ensuring earnings, overtime, incentive pay, and deductions are calculated correctly and issued on schedule.</p><p>• Maintain and update payroll-related employee information, including onboarding changes, departures, compensation updates, and direct deposit details.</p><p>• Review payroll activity for compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements and help resolve issues before payroll is finalized.</p><p>• Reconcile payroll data and prepare reports that support internal review, management decision-making, and audit requests.</p><p>• Oversee timekeeping records by validating hours worked, addressing discrepancies, and processing items such as garnishments and other required deductions.</p><p>• Partner with human resources and accounting teams to confirm employee data accuracy and improve payroll workflows.</p><p>• Coordinate with the payroll system provider to troubleshoot processing issues, support updates, and help maintain reliable system performance.</p><p><br></p><p>If you are interested in this opportunity or other Direct Hire opportunities through Robert Half please call Carolyn Barnett at 513.810.3821 </p>