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BCforward

SQL Server Administrator

BCforward, Plano, Texas, us, 75086


SQL Server Administrator

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated SQL Server Administrator in Plano, TX role .

Position Title: SQL Server Administrator

Location: Plano, TX

Anticipated Start Date:

Tentative start Date 11/04/2024Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 05 Months Contract with possibilities for Extension OR Hired by the Client

Job Type: Contract:

40hr/ week

Pay Range:

$45/hr - $50/hr on W2Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Job Description:

Title: SQL Server Administrator

Job Role: SQL DBA

* Manage and administer SQL Server databases in various versions, including installation, configuration, and maintenance.* Monitor and optimize database performance through query optimization, indexing, and other techniques.* Implement and maintain high availability and disaster recovery solutions for SQL Server, Always-On, Replication ensuring minimal downtime.* Ensure the security and integrity of databases by implementing access controls, encryption, SSL, TDE, and data masking.* Develop and maintain database backup and recovery strategies to safeguard data.* Plan and execute database migrations and upgrades while minimizing disruption.* Develop and maintain automation scripts using PowerShell or similar tools to streamline database operations.* Work with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) and SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) for data integration and reporting needs.* Implement and maintain database monitoring and alerting solutions to proactively address issues.* Maintain accurate documentation of database configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.* Significant experience with SQL Server and its migration to AWS EC2 instances and AWS RDS.* Experience in evaluation an on-premise Data environment and suggest the best fit target environment on AWS.* Prior cloud database migration experience with sizing and performance tuning.* Understanding in creating AWS/Azure Landing Zones and Security policies* Strong understanding of core AWS/Azure services and AWS/Azure architecture best practices* Hands-on experience cloud native migrations tools such as AWS/Azure Database MigrationService and AWS/Azure Schema Conversion Tool* Good to have AWS/Azure, MCTS, MCITP, and/or MVP certifications.? Strong experience in SQL tools such as OmniDB, DBeaver, SQL Developer and PGAdmin.? Extensive experience in database security, backup and recovery, and performance monitoring standards.? AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate and AWS Certified Database Specialty Certifications is a must.? Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to create and present concepts and recommendations to the management.Keywords: SQL, DBA

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

Who to Contact: Mohit Tiwari

About BCforward:Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled

BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.To learn more about how BCforward collects and uses personal information as part of the recruiting process, view our Privacy Notice and CCPA Addendum. As part of the recruitment process, we may ask for you to disclose and provide us with various categories of personal information, including identifiers, professional information, commercial information, education information, and other related information. BCforward will only use this information to complete the recruitment process.This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 230987 when responding to this ad.