Job description

Are you ready to join a growing team that puts a premium on productivity and has an award-winning culture centered around transforming talented employees into effective business leaders? Then BHG Financial is the place for you. In 2001, we started with an idea, an opportunity, and $25,000. Back then, our focus was strictly  on serving those in the medical industry. With healthcare in our heritage, we soon expanded  to serve high-earning professionals in many  other industries, providing all with leading-edge financial solutions, including our extensive network of community banks. Today, BHG Financial has firmly established  its legacy as a leader in the financial services space. Founded on the philosophy of a better way to borrow, we are dedicated to helping accomplished professionals, small businesses, and institutions build upon their success through innovative financial solutions, a hassle-free process, and personalized concierge service. Our relentless commitment to the success of our customers is part of what has made BHG Financial thrive. We take a 360-degree view of our customers to tailor the best solutions for their financial aspirations. Today's professionals have multiple sources of income, not just their paycheck. Therefore, it is essential to factor those in when making responsible lending decisions. Our continued focus on data, analytics, and proprietary modeling has enabled faster funding for our customers. From business to personal loans to relationships with community banks, the country’s top professionals and business owners rely on us for our exceptional financial solutions and concierge service to continue their success and legacy. Who You Are You are an early-career database administration professional with a strong foundation in SQL Server and a desire to grow your technical skills across on-premises and Azure environments. You are detail-oriented, curious, and dependable, with an interest in database monitoring, backup and recovery, security, troubleshooting, and performance fundamentals. You work well with established procedures, communicate clearly, and know when to escalate issues while continuing to learn from senior team members. What You'll Do Perform routine administration and health checks for SQL Server databases in on-premises and Azure environments under the guidance of senior DBAs Monitor database availability, capacity, performance, jobs, and alerts; investigate common issues and escalate complex incidents appropriately Support backup, restore, recovery validation, database refresh, and migration activities by following documented procedures Assist with user access, permissions, patching, maintenance, and security controls in accordance with company standards and change-management processes Use T-SQL and approved tools to gather diagnostic information, perform query and index analysis, and automate repeatable tasks Maintain accurate documentation, runbooks, inventory, and operational records; collaborate with senior DBAs, developers, infrastructure, and security teams Participate in scheduled maintenance and an on-call rotation as assigned, with appropriate team support What You'll Need 1-3 years of relevant experience in database administration, systems administration, or a closely related technical role; equivalent education and practical training may be considered Foundational knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server, relational database concepts Working knowledge of T-SQL, including writing queries and understanding stored procedures, execution plans, and indexes Understanding of database backups, restores, recovery models, security permissions, and routine maintenance Knowledge of PowerShell Scripting and automation Troubleshooting skills and the ability to analyze logs, alerts, and performance information Strong documentation, communication, organization, and collaboration skills Ability to follow operational procedures, change controls, and security requirements while handling sensitive financial data responsibly Travel requirement: All roles require travel during the first 6 months of employment to attend the BHG Oars in Experience. After the initial 6 months, ongoing travel is expected at approximately ~5% annually for periodic team on-sites, team meetings, and cross-functional collaboration. Work Authorization: This role is not eligible for employer-provided immigration sponsorship. To be considered, applicants must already possess valid U.S. work authorization that will not require sponsorship now or in the future. Preferred Qualifications Exposure to Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, or other cloud database services Familiarity with SQL Server Agent, Availability Groups, Transparent Data Encryption, and database monitoring tools such as Redgate SQL Monitor or Fog light Experience using PowerShell, source control, or ticketing and change-management systems Awareness of financial services compliance and data-protection requirements, including SOX and PCI DSS Microsoft Azure Database Administrator Associate certification or progress toward a relevant Microsoft certification Life at BHG Financial At BHG Financial, we work hard and aren’t afraid to take risks. Since the beginning, our core values of PMA (positive mental attitude), team player, and loyalty have been the driving force behind every interaction we have between each other and our customers. We have a healthy respect for the daily grind, yet we value work/life balance. We believe that all employees should have the opportunity to lead and that good ideas can come from anyone. From the top down, our leaders are actively involved not only in strategic oversight and running the business, but also in the well-being and growth of all employees. We consider people our #1 asset, and help employees realize their full potential, set and exceed their goals, and explore new opportunities for personal and professional development. Why You Should Join BHG Financial We strive to offer amenities, opportunities, events, and programming that support the interests of our teams, while furthering the culture that makes us Great Place to Work® certified. Some of the benefits you can expect when you join BHG Financial include: •Medical/Rx/Dental/Vision coverage for employees and their eligible family members •Competitive PTO and vacation policies •1 Friday off each month for Wellness Weekends •Company 401(k) plan with employer contributions after one year •Company-sponsored training and certification opportunities •Quarterly award ceremonies where top achievers are celebrated and receive additional bonuses •Ongoing volunteer opportunities to give back to the community through our BHG Cares program If you’re ready for a career where you can exercise your passions, be surrounded by co-workers who are relentlessly committed to service, and have a team-player mindset, apply today! BHG Financial is committed to equal treatment and opportunity in all aspects of recruitment, selection, and employment without regard to gender, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other category protected under the law. BHG Financial is an equal opportunity employer; committed to a community of inclusion, and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

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Must-haves

Perform routine administration and health checks for SQL Server databases in on-premises and Azure environments under the guidance of senior DBAs
Monitor database availability, capacity, performance, jobs, and alerts; investigate common issues and escalate complex incidents appropriately
Support backup, restore, recovery validation, database refresh, and migration activities by following documented procedures
Assist with user access, permissions, patching, maintenance, and security controls in accordance with company standards and change-management processes
Use T-SQL and approved tools to gather diagnostic information, perform query and index analysis, and automate repeatable tasks
Maintain accurate documentation, runbooks, inventory, and operational records; collaborate with senior DBAs, developers, infrastructure, and security teams
Participate in scheduled maintenance and an on-call rotation as assigned, with appropriate team support
What You'll Need
1-3 years of relevant experience in database administration, systems administration, or a closely related technical role; equivalent education and practical training may be considered
Foundational knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server, relational database concepts
Working knowledge of T-SQL, including writing queries and understanding stored procedures, execution plans, and indexes
Understanding of database backups, restores, recovery models, security permissions, and routine maintenance

Nice-to-haves

Exposure to Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, or other cloud database services
Familiarity with SQL Server Agent, Availability Groups, Transparent Data Encryption, and database monitoring tools such as Redgate SQL Monitor or Fog light
Experience using PowerShell, source control, or ticketing and change-management systems
Awareness of financial services compliance and data-protection requirements, including SOX and PCI DSS
Microsoft Azure Database Administrator Associate certification or progress toward a relevant Microsoft certification
Life at BHG Financial
Why You Should Join BHG Financial
Competitive PTO and vacation policies
1 Friday off each month for Wellness Weekends
Company-sponsored training and certification opportunities
Quarterly award ceremonies where top achievers are celebrated and receive additional bonuses
Ongoing volunteer opportunities to give back to the community through our BHG Cares program

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