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Database Administrator
Location: Remote
Description:
HigherEchelon is seeking a Database Administrator to join our high-performance team spearheading our customer's (VA) data migration to and support/maintenance of databases in the cloud. Tremendous growth opportunity working within database cloud ecosystem and using cutting-edge technologies.
Job Responsibilities:
• Install, configure, and upgrade database management systems (DBMS).
• Create and manage database objects such as tables, indexes, views, and stored procedures.
• Monitor and maintain database performance, including tuning and optimization.
• Analyze and optimize database performance, including query optimization and index management.
• Conduct regular performance assessments and implement improvements to ensure optimal system performance.
• Develop and implement backup and recovery strategies to protect data integrity and availability.
• Perform regular backups and recovery drills to ensure data can be restored in case of failures or disasters.
• Implement and enforce database security policies and procedures.
• Manage user access and permissions to ensure data security and compliance with organizational policies.
• Monitor database systems for performance, errors, and potential issues using monitoring tools.
• Perform regular maintenance tasks, including database patches and updates.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance for database-related issues.
• Collaborate with application developers, system administrators, and other IT staff to resolve database problems.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of database configurations, procedures, and processes.
• Create and update operational manuals and guidelines for database management.
• Ensure databases comply with industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Stay updated with the latest developments and trends in database technologies and implement relevant improvements.
Required Skills:
• Minimum of 8+ years of experience in database administration, preferably with Oracle, and SQL Server.
• Proven expertise managing and maintaining databases in AWS RDS, as well as monitoring and maintenance tools.
• Experience in database design and architecture.
• Proven experience in database performance tuning, backup and recovery, and security management.
• Proficiency in deploying, managing, and configuring SQL Server and Oracle instances on AWS RDS.
• Knowledge of RDS-specific features like automated backups, snapshots, scaling, and read replicas.
• Strong knowledge of SQL Server database architecture, management, and optimization.
• Proficiency in writing and optimizing complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and triggers.
• Experience with SQL Server backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning.
• Proficiency in Oracle database architecture, administration, and performance tuning.
• Expertise in PL/SQL programming and Oracle database optimization.
• Experience with query optimization and indexing strategies for both SQL Server and Oracle.
• Proficiency in using performance monitoring tools to diagnose and resolve database performance issues.
• Knowledge of database backup and recovery techniques, including point-in-time recovery and disaster recovery strategies.
• Experience implementing and managing automated backup solutions.
• Understanding of database security best practices for both SQL Server and Oracle.
• Experience with user authentication, authorization, encryption, and data masking.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot complex database issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure data integrity and system stability.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and collaborate with application developers and system administrators.
• Strong documentation skills for creating and maintaining database configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Ability to manage and contribute to multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and quality results.
• Commitment to staying current with emerging technologies and industry trends in database management and cloud services.
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance.
Education and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. and eight (8) years or more experience
• Advanced certifications are preferred, such as:
o Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
o Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)
o AWS Certified Database - Specialty
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#dice
About HigherEchelon, Inc.
HigherEchelon, Inc. (HE) is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) organizational performance consulting firm with offerings in Engineering, Gaming, Human Capital, Enterprise Technology and Cyber Solutions. HigherEchelon aims to be the premier trusted partner in organizational excellence and achieves this through sustained investment in talent and the employee experience. HigherEchelon puts the employee first to better serve customer needs and sustain excellence.
HigherEchelon offers competitive full-time benefits including paid vacation and holidays, 401(k) matching, full health/dental/vision coverage, plus much more. For on-site and remote employees, flexible work schedules are offered when authorized.
By joining our team, you are choosing to embark on a journey towards excellence as a valued team member and trusted partner. We appreciate your inquiry and look forward to discussing the opportunity further.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled:
HigherEchelon, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. HigherEchelon, Inc. participates in E-Verify.
Location: Remote
Description:
HigherEchelon is seeking a Database Administrator to join our high-performance team spearheading our customer's (VA) data migration to and support/maintenance of databases in the cloud. Tremendous growth opportunity working within database cloud ecosystem and using cutting-edge technologies.
Job Responsibilities:
• Install, configure, and upgrade database management systems (DBMS).
• Create and manage database objects such as tables, indexes, views, and stored procedures.
• Monitor and maintain database performance, including tuning and optimization.
• Analyze and optimize database performance, including query optimization and index management.
• Conduct regular performance assessments and implement improvements to ensure optimal system performance.
• Develop and implement backup and recovery strategies to protect data integrity and availability.
• Perform regular backups and recovery drills to ensure data can be restored in case of failures or disasters.
• Implement and enforce database security policies and procedures.
• Manage user access and permissions to ensure data security and compliance with organizational policies.
• Monitor database systems for performance, errors, and potential issues using monitoring tools.
• Perform regular maintenance tasks, including database patches and updates.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance for database-related issues.
• Collaborate with application developers, system administrators, and other IT staff to resolve database problems.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of database configurations, procedures, and processes.
• Create and update operational manuals and guidelines for database management.
• Ensure databases comply with industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Stay updated with the latest developments and trends in database technologies and implement relevant improvements.
Required Skills:
• Minimum of 8+ years of experience in database administration, preferably with Oracle, and SQL Server.
• Proven expertise managing and maintaining databases in AWS RDS, as well as monitoring and maintenance tools.
• Experience in database design and architecture.
• Proven experience in database performance tuning, backup and recovery, and security management.
• Proficiency in deploying, managing, and configuring SQL Server and Oracle instances on AWS RDS.
• Knowledge of RDS-specific features like automated backups, snapshots, scaling, and read replicas.
• Strong knowledge of SQL Server database architecture, management, and optimization.
• Proficiency in writing and optimizing complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and triggers.
• Experience with SQL Server backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning.
• Proficiency in Oracle database architecture, administration, and performance tuning.
• Expertise in PL/SQL programming and Oracle database optimization.
• Experience with query optimization and indexing strategies for both SQL Server and Oracle.
• Proficiency in using performance monitoring tools to diagnose and resolve database performance issues.
• Knowledge of database backup and recovery techniques, including point-in-time recovery and disaster recovery strategies.
• Experience implementing and managing automated backup solutions.
• Understanding of database security best practices for both SQL Server and Oracle.
• Experience with user authentication, authorization, encryption, and data masking.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot complex database issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure data integrity and system stability.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and collaborate with application developers and system administrators.
• Strong documentation skills for creating and maintaining database configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Ability to manage and contribute to multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and quality results.
• Commitment to staying current with emerging technologies and industry trends in database management and cloud services.
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance.
Education and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. and eight (8) years or more experience
• Advanced certifications are preferred, such as:
o Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
o Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)
o AWS Certified Database - Specialty
#CJ
#dice
About HigherEchelon, Inc.
HigherEchelon, Inc. (HE) is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) organizational performance consulting firm with offerings in Engineering, Gaming, Human Capital, Enterprise Technology and Cyber Solutions. HigherEchelon aims to be the premier trusted partner in organizational excellence and achieves this through sustained investment in talent and the employee experience. HigherEchelon puts the employee first to better serve customer needs and sustain excellence.
HigherEchelon offers competitive full-time benefits including paid vacation and holidays, 401(k) matching, full health/dental/vision coverage, plus much more. For on-site and remote employees, flexible work schedules are offered when authorized.
By joining our team, you are choosing to embark on a journey towards excellence as a valued team member and trusted partner. We appreciate your inquiry and look forward to discussing the opportunity further.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled:
HigherEchelon, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. HigherEchelon, Inc. participates in E-Verify.
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