Senior SQL Server Database Administrator
Req number:
R8840
Employment type:
Full time
Worksite flexibility:
Onsite Who we are CAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion . We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right—whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.
Job Summary
We are looking for a motivated Senior SQL Server Database Administrator ready to take us to the next level! If you have SQL Server administration expertise, Windows Server administration experience, and high availability/disaster recovery knowledge and are looking for your next career move, apply now.
Job Description
We are looking for a Senior SQL Server Database Administrator to provide expert-level SQL Server database administration, performance tuning, security management, backup and recovery planning, disaster recovery support, and Windows Server administration for critical enterprise systems. This position will be Full-Time and Onsite in Little Rock, Arkansas .
Employees are expected to work onsite 5 days per week, with availability to provide 24/7 support as needed.
Only work authorizations that will not require sponsorship now or in the future will be considered.
What You ll Do
Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server 2022 environments, including service packs and cumulative updates
Perform routine database administration, monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities
Manage SQL Server Agent jobs, monitor error logs and event logs, and proactively resolve database issues
Utilize SQL Server native tools and services including SQL Server Profiler, Index Tuning Advisor, SQL Server Configuration Manager, Extended Events, Performance Monitor, and Dynamic Management Views
Administer SQL Server security, auditing, authentication, encryption, and compliance controls
Develop and maintain database backup, recovery, and retention processes to achieve business RPO and RTO objectives
Create, test, and maintain disaster recovery plans and recovery procedures
Perform database performance tuning, T-SQL optimization, and ETL process support
Support SQL Server high availability solutions including Always On Availability Groups and AWS-based HA architectures
Monitor and support very large databases (VLDBs) and high-volume transactional and batch processing systems
Manage Linked Servers, MSDTC, Service Broker, system databases, health checks, and SQL Server policies
Perform capacity planning activities and manage database storage utilization across SQL Server and AWS storage platforms
Administer Windows Failover Cluster Services and clustered storage environments
Build, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Windows Servers and AWS EC2 instances
Utilize PowerShell automation for administrative and operational tasks
Install and manage endpoint protection solutions and maintain server roles and features
Support application, web, file, and FTP servers as required
Participate in on-call support and provide 24-hour production support when necessary
Collaborate with infrastructure, application support, security, and business teams to ensure reliable system operations
What You ll Need
Required:
4 years of hands-on SQL Server database administration experience with SQL Server 2022, SQL Server 2019, SQL Server 2017, or SQL Server 2016
Experience installing, upgrading, patching, and maintaining SQL Server environments
Strong knowledge of SQL Server security, auditing, encryption, backup, recovery, and disaster recovery practices
Experience with SQL Server performance monitoring, tuning, and troubleshooting
Advanced T-SQL development and optimization skills
Experience supporting SQL Server high availability technologies, including Always On Availability Groups
Experience managing large-scale or mission-critical database environments
3 years of Windows Server administration experience
Experience building and maintaining Windows Servers and AWS EC2 instances
Experience with Windows Failover Clustering and clustered environments
Proficiency with PowerShell administration and automation
Strong understanding of server roles, features, and .NET Framework components
Relevant technical certifications
Availability to provide 24-hour support as needed
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Preferred:
Experience with FAST GenTax / DS-VS architecture and application maintenance
Knowledge of AWS cloud services and cloud computing concepts
Experience with cloud storage, backup, and recovery solutions
Familiarity with security standards including PUB1075, FIPS, and PII requirements
Active Directory administration experience, including GPOs, DNS, FQDN, and SPN management
Firewall administration and maintenance experience
Experience troubleshooting email, SMTP, and proxy servers
Web services development or support experience
Experience supporting government tax, revenue, or regulatory systems
Physical Demands
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards
Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor
Must be able to communicate with customers/team members over the phone and in person
Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.
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Reasonable accommodation statement
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EEO Statement
It is the policy of Computer Aid, Inc.(CAI) not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran. It is also the policy of CAI to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
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$45-$50 per hour The pay range for this position is listed above. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit packages include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role may also be entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.