Database Administrator - MS SQL Server

Base Salary: $65000 to $75000 Per Year

Employment Type: Full Time

Work Hours: 8am-5pm

Education Requirements

3+ years' experience with MS Windows operating systems, in a corporate networked environment.
3+ years' experience with SQL Server with demonstrated management of a SQL environment containing multiple SQL servers.
Familiarity with information security in a highly regulated industry.
Familiarity and experience with a variety of Security concepts, practices, and procedures.
Knowledge of and experience with Storage environments, redundant disks and connectivity to them including Local disk, NAS, SAN, RAID, Fiber and iSCSI.
Proficiency in writing Powershell scripts to automate common database admin tasks
Strong communication skills and the ability to be influential through both written and verbal interactions with a variety of audiences.
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Ability to maintain productivity while multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.

Implementation and support of SQL Server setup and all associated components such as Database Services, Analysis Services, Integration Services and Reporting Services.
Set-up and support of SQL Replication, Log Shipping and/or other technologies used to provide HA environments for SQL Server.
Work closely with SQL and Application Developers to:
Assist with database design, process design and other items impacting SQL functionality and performance.
Ensure security best practices are being followed.
Monitor SQL system usage, performance, and data storage. Identify problem areas and provide suggestions for mitigating problem and performance areas.
Establish, execute, and support SQL Server backups.
SQL Server migration, upgrades and patches as required.
Research and identify issues, suggest possible solutions, and follow through to an effective resolution.