Database Administrator - SQL Server

Job Description The position is responsible for providing Infrastructure DBA support for all SQL Server applications and it is replacement for a Senior Level DBA leaving the team. The intention is to fill this position in the gap between the incumbent DBA leaves and the position is backfilled which will take several months. We cannot afford not having a resource for large and complex application that we support and in that there are several Tier 1 level applications that belong in the Bureau of Labs, Cancer Registry etc As an Senior-level Database Administrator, the resource, participates in 24x7 software and hardware support for complex applications in several versions of SQL Server, with high availability and Disaster Recovery support, following industry and DTMB development standards. Helps develop and/or submit for approval, plans for installation, patch management maintenance, upgrades and support for the Database systems. . Evaluate impacts of change and new technology, recommend solutions to persistent problems, and serves as Agency Services liaison to external consultants. Job Duties Follow and enforce database standards, policies & procedures. Research and draft guidelines within the boundaries of current policies and standards. Monitor space allocation across databases. perform adjustments in test and development environments as necessary and as prescribed by predefined standards/guidelines. Calculate disk space requirements for existing and/or new installations of existing business needs Modify DBMS parameters based on capacity changes. Configure and execute database integrity checks. Monitor for database integrity checks. Install database base management software for development and test environments. Install database patches and service packs for development and test environments. Monitor and support clustered database environments. Monitor and support database replication and backup environments. Implement the strategy to release unused space or repair fragmentation in test and development environments. Execute (run) scripts provided by Systems Analysts or Database Architect/Designer for creating and modifying database objects (tables, views, constraints, indexes, etc.) Monitor database back-ups to ensure recoverability. Troubleshoot backup errors. Monitor database jobs and scheduled processes in development, test and production environments. Participate in troubleshooting. Monitor database environments (using alert logs, trace files, alert mechanisms, and other tools) for issues and problems with database functionality, connectivity, or downtime. Follow standards and guidelines for database space allocation based on best practices and implementation considerations based on business requirements. Requirements 7 years: Database administration specifically on SQL Server 16 and upwards. Expertise in HA and DR solutions. Transparent Data Encryption within SQL Server. 3 years Experience creating, updating and maintaining systems documentation. Minimum Education Bachelor's Degree Location Candidates MUST be local to greater Lansing area (commutable distance) Position is a hybrid schedule with starting day 1 onsite 2-days a week. NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION. Working hours Monday-Friday, approximately 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Additional Requirements Must be authorized to work in the United States; We are unable to offer sponsorships at this time Must undergo a background check and drug screening for employment. Employment Terms This is a W2 position 40 hrs per week HYBRID schedule - with starting day 1 onsite 2-days a week. NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION. About Zenfreed At Zenfreed, we are more than an IT company. We bridge the gap between people wanting to do the work they were meant to do and organizations needing the right talent. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Benefits We understand a comprehensive benefits package is crucial to employment satisfaction. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage options for all employees.