Role and Responsibilities

Manage SQL Server on-prem and cloud databases through multiple product lifecycle environments, from development to mission-critical production systems
Configure and maintain database servers and processes, including monitoring of system health and performance, to ensure high levels of performance, availability, and security
Independently analyze, solve, and correct issues in real time, providing problem resolution end-to-end
Refine and automate regular processes, track issues, and document change
Assist application owners with complex query tuning and index refinement
Provide 24x7 support for critical production systems
Perform scheduled maintenance and support release deployment activities after hours
Share domain and technical expertise, providing technical mentorship and cross-training to other peers and team members

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Ability to manage Performance Tuning and Optimization (PTO), using native and Commercial Software monitoring and troubleshooting tools
Ability to manage RPO and RTO using backups, restores and recovery models
Ability to create and understand Powershell scripting and automation
Ability to create and modify SPROCs and dynamic SQL
Knowledge and ability to implement and maintain High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) options for SQL Server
Ability to manage Windows server(s), NTFS permissions and Active Directory objects
Excellent written and verbal communication
Flexible, team player, “get-it-done” personality
Ability to organize and plan work independently
Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment
Ability to multi-task and context-switch effectively between different activities and teams
5+ years MS SQL Server Administration experience required
Bachelor’s degree in CS, CIS, or equivalent combination of education and experience in related field preferred.
MCSA or MCSE in SQL Server function preferred.
Experience supporting physical and virtual servers
Experience with Microsoft Azure SQL preferred
Experience with Redgate Monitoring preferred
Experience supporting large database environments (1000’s of DBs, 10’s of TBs MDF/LDF)

Preferred Skills

Additional Notes

Summary: Innovative Discovery (“ID”) is seeking a self-driven, team-oriented Database Administrator to join their energetic and collaborative team of industry experts. The Database Administrator is responsible for the implementation, configuration, maintenance and performance of critical SQL Server systems to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, availability and consistent performance of our corporate applications. This is a hands-on position requiring solid technical skills as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the development and maintenance of the internal Datawarehouse and Business Intelligence systems currently in Azure to ensure its operational readiness (confidentiality, integrity and availability). Location: Arlington, VA with remote opportunities available

Role and Responsibilities

Manage SQL Server on-prem and cloud databases through multiple product lifecycle environments, from development to mission-critical production systems
Configure and maintain database servers and processes, including monitoring of system health and performance, to ensure high levels of performance, availability, and security
Independently analyze, solve, and correct issues in real time, providing problem resolution end-to-end
Refine and automate regular processes, track issues, and document change
Assist application owners with complex query tuning and index refinement
Provide 24x7 support for critical production systems
Perform scheduled maintenance and support release deployment activities after hours
Share domain and technical expertise, providing technical mentorship and cross-training to other peers and team members

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Ability to manage Performance Tuning and Optimization (PTO), using native and Commercial Software monitoring and troubleshooting tools
Ability to manage RPO and RTO using backups, restores and recovery models
Ability to create and understand Powershell scripting and automation
Ability to create and modify SPROCs and dynamic SQL
Knowledge and ability to implement and maintain High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) options for SQL Server
Ability to manage Windows server(s), NTFS permissions and Active Directory objects
Excellent written and verbal communication
Flexible, team player, “get-it-done” personality
Ability to organize and plan work independently
Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment
Ability to multi-task and context-switch effectively between different activities and teams
5+ years MS SQL Server Administration experience required
Bachelor’s degree in CS, CIS, or equivalent combination of education and experience in related field preferred.
MCSA or MCSE in SQL Server function preferred.
Experience supporting physical and virtual servers
Experience with Microsoft Azure SQL preferred
Experience with Redgate Monitoring preferred
Experience supporting large database environments (1000’s of DBs, 10’s of TBs MDF/LDF)

Preferred Skills

Additional Notes

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