SQL Data Base Administrator - (US-NY-New York)

SQL Data Base Administrator - (US-NY-New York)

Compensation: $90K - $100K / Year
Minimum Education: Bachelors
Job Type: Full Time
Jobcode: TWJA4

SQL DBA is responsible for maintaining database servers from an operational perspective. 

This includes backups, maintenance, monitoring, performance testing/enhancements, setup of new database hardware, creation of new databases & database instances. Technical expertise to include Database technologies and products (MS SQL 2005/2008 (Standard and Enterprise), Oracle, MySQL. 

infrastructure includes, VMware, EMC SAN's, CISCO routers/switches and VoIP, Juniper Networks firewalls, intrusion detection and VPN and load balancers. This person will be expected to execute the assigned database initiatives and fiscal projects to ensure timely and accurate implementation in support of the company’s goals and objectives. 



Responsibilities: 

· Assist in the development of strategy and design for the company’s database architecture. 

· Monitor performance and tune systems to reduce database query times. 

· Perform weekly re-index of production databases (during off-hours). 

· Take lead in resolving ( daily) and troubleshooting production database issues. 

· Develop, manage and test backup and recovery policies and plans. 

· Set up new database servers and databases in a timely manner. 

· Support others in analyzing and resolving problems involving the database infrastructure. 

· Ensure that storage and archiving procedures are functioning correctly. 

· Advise management on solutions to database technology problems and needs. 

· Manage capacity planning and monitor database growth. 

· Apply and test service packs; Key participant in SAN administration 

· Maintain detailed and up-to-date documentation of database architecture and configuration 

· Assist in development, testing, and execution of disaster recovery &business continuity plans. 

· Assist in efforts to prepare for and participate in audits regarding the database installation. 

Additional Responsibilities 

· Manage project time, status and use of expense reporting tools including Crystal Reports. 

· Attend competency, department and organizational meetings as required. 

· Will be working outside usual business hours in order to support servers, systems, and services without impeding access to these servers and services during usual business hours. 

· Support the development of internal processes and documentation. 

Technology Skills Requirements: 

· Deep understanding of SQL database design and operation. 

· Windows 2000/2003 services in AD environments. 

· Experience in backup and recovery scenarios and scripting 

· Strong performance tuning skills (SQL database and EMC SAN). 

· Strong knowledge of related database utilities. 

· Must have TCP/IP and common routing topologies 


Email resume in Word to TheBigGameHunter@cisny.com. Please include the job code for the position with your resume. 

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