Database Administrator - Umanist Staffing LLC

Overview

As a Database Administrator, your role is vital in ensuring the stability, security, and performance of the organization's databases. You will be responsible for the implementation, configuration, maintenance, and performance of critical databases. Your expertise will be crucial in optimizing the database environment, ensuring data integrity, and safeguarding the organization's data assets.

Key responsibilities

Install, configure, upgrade, and manage database servers

Monitor and optimize database performance

Manage and maintain database security and access controls

Develop and maintain backup and recovery plans

Troubleshoot database issues and performance bottlenecks

Ensure data integrity and consistency

Collaborate with application developers for database design and optimization

Perform data modeling and implement database schema changes

Create and maintain documentation of database configurations and processes

Implement and maintain database automation and scripting

Plan and execute database capacity and scalability requirements

Conduct regular database health checks and proactive maintenance

Manage database software updates and patches

Provide technical support and guidance to database users

Participate in on-call support and incident resolution

Required qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Proven experience as a Database Administrator or similar role

Solid understanding of database management systems (DBMS)

Proficiency in SQL and database query optimization

Experience with database security and data protection

Knowledge of backup and recovery procedures

Familiarity with performance tuning and capacity planning

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Scripting skills for automation (e.g., PowerShell, Python)

Certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional or Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate are a plus

Experience with cloud-based databases (e.g., AWS, Azure) is advantageous

Understanding of database compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA)

Adaptability to learn and implement new database technologies