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Apollo ITS

SQL Server/Azure Database Administrator

Apollo ITS, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214


Job Title: SQL Server/Azure Database AdministratorLocation: Richmond, VADuration: 11+ MonthsInterview: In Person Only

Must be able to work on site 3 days a week initially

Job Description:The Client is seeking a senior SQL Server database / Azure database administrator to join the Oracle/SQL Server Database Administration Team in the Enterprise Data Management section. The selected candidate will administrator and support SQL Server databases throughout the agency.The selected candidate has:

Expertise working as a SQL Server DBAExpertise working with SQL clustering, mirroring and high availabilityExperience working with large SQL databasesExpertise in writing Transact SQLExperience tuning Oracle and/or SQL Server databasesExpertise in installing, upgrading, patching and migrating SQL Server databasesExperience working on Windows environmentExperience working with SSIS, SSAS, & SSRSExperience working with Azure CloudThe selected candidate will:

Monitor databases to maintain/ensure database uptime and availability.Troubleshoot application/database issues related to connectivity, access, security and etc.Tune long running SQLReview & refine existing database tasks and processes to better align with agency/group priorities.Leverage & utilize O/S scripting utilities in support of database maintenance/diagnosis/support.Review the existing database implementation and propose, execute, and/or direct necessary changes.Perform SQL Server installations (2012, 2014, 2016 w/ failover clustering).Support SQL Server databases (administration, support, tuning).Knowledgeable of data modeling principalsBe expected to...

Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.Independently perform a variety of complicated tasks.Work with a team of Oracle & SQL Server DBAs.Communicate clearly and effectively, both speaking and in writing.Qualifications:

At least 5 years of experience w/ SQL Server database experienceAt least 2 years of Azure experienceBachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or other applicable and/or equivalent skills, knowledge and/or work historyDemonstrated experience in communicating effectively using standard requirements and design artifactsDesired knowledge of and experience with the following technologies:

SQL Server 2016-2022Required/Desired Skills:

SQL Server Database ManagementSQL Server TuningExperience working with SSIS,SSRS & SSASCoding & debugging Transact SQLExpertise in installing, upgrading, patching and migrating SQL Server databasesDB Administration on Azure Cloud