ON-SITE WORK for at least the first 3 months. The position will then allow remote work after the contractor's work has been satisfactorily verified.
Expert Level SQL Database Administrator
Position is available for extensions.
NOTE: Some SQL shops have multiple members with each member performing specific functions. This position requires candidates that have recent experience in ALL aspects of SQL DBA Administration.
MINIMUM: 7 Years Experience SQL Server 2016 (or later versions) database administration:
Installing and upgrading SQL Servers, including applying service packs
Performing routine database maintenance
o Creating and scheduling SQL Server jobs to perform database maintenance activity
o Rebuilding indexes
o Updating statistics
o Consistency checks
o Monitoring error logs and event logs for database errors
SQL Server native tools and services
o SQL Server Profiler
o Index Tuning Advisor
o SQL Server Configuration Manager
o Extended Events
o Performance Monitor
o Dynamic Management View
o SQL Server Broker Service
o Linked Servers
o MSDTC
o SQL Server System Databases
o Database Mail
o SQL Server Health Checks and Policies
Managing SQL Server security and auditing
o User security
o Database roles
o Authentication methods
o SQL Server and database auditing
o Encryption at rest, transit, and backup
Capacity Planning for storage and database objects
o Maintaining and managing SQL Server disk space to ensure storage is properly utilized
o Index and statistics usage
o Managing disk storage for Windows Failover Cluster Service (WFSC)
Database backup and recovery
o Establishing standards and schedules for database backups
o Developing recovery procedures to meet RPO and RTO
o Restoring databases with point in time recovery
Creating and testing Disaster Recovery plans
Proficient in TSQL coding, tuning, and ETL methodologies
SQL Server High Availability Methods
o Mirroring
o Always On
Required: 5 Years Windows Server Administration experience:
Building and maintaining Windows Host and Guest Servers
Installing and managing end point protection
Nessus configuration and vulnerability scans
Application Server, Web Server, File Server, and FTP Server configuration and maintenance
Utilizing PowerShell for administration tasks
Windows Failover Cluster configuration and maintenance
Windows Server Roles and Features
.NET Framework Components
Preferred Knowledge and Skills:
Familiarity with industry security standards (PUB1075, FIPS, and PII)
- Cloud computing knowledge
- Cloud storage, backup, and restore mechanisms
F5 administration
Firewall administration and maintenance
SAN, RAID Controller, and other storage device maintenance knowledge
Active Directory knowledge (GPO, FQDN, DNS Server, SPN)
Email, SMTP, and Proxy Server troubleshooting
GenTax architecture and application maintenance
Web Services development and support
Availability to provide 24 hour support
Strong communication skills, both oral and written
SKILLS REQUIRED/ DESIRED:
- SENIOR SQL Database Administrator Skills and Experience - REQUIRED 10 YEARS
- SQL Database administration (see sub-bullets in JD) SQL Server 2016 or later - REQUIRED 8 YEARS
- Windows Server Administration experience (see sub-bullets in JD) - REQUIRED 6 YEARS
- Certifications - REQUIRED
- 24hr Support - REQUIRED
- GenTax Software Application architecture and application maintenance - DESIRED