Senior SQL Server DBA

Sr. SQL DBALocation: Little Rock, AR, OnsiteRate: Best competitive rateThe Senior SQL Database Administrator will be responsible for providing reliable, cost-effective, & secure enterprise-wide support for business critical production & non-production databases for the Arkansas Integrated Revenue System (AIRS).On-site only for the first 3 months. Then work-from-home in Arkansas, ready to be on-site with short notice.Expert Level SQL Database AdministratorPosition is available for extensions.Note: Some SQL shops have multiple members with each member performing specific functions. This position requires candidates that have recent experience in all aspects of SQL DBA Administration.Minimum: 7 Years Experience SQL Server 2016 (or later versions) database administration:Installing and upgrading SQL Servers, including applying service packsPerforming routine database maintenanceCreating and scheduling SQL Server jobs to perform database maintenance activityRebuilding indexesUpdating statisticsConsistency checksMonitoring error logs and event logs for database errorsSQL Server native tools and servicesSQL Server ProfilerIndex Tuning AdvisorSQL Server Configuration ManagerExtended EventsPerformance MonitorDynamic Management ViewSQL Server Broker ServiceLinked ServersMSDTCSQL Server System DatabasesDatabase MailSQL Server Health Checks and PoliciesManaging SQL Server security and auditingUser securityDatabase rolesAuthentication methodsSQL Server and database auditingEncryption at rest, transit, and backupCapacity Planning for storage and database objectsMaintaining and managing SQL Server disk space to ensure storage is properly utilizedIndex and statistics usageManaging disk storage for Windows Failover Cluster Service (WFSC)Database backup and recoveryEstablishing standards and schedules for database backupsDeveloping recovery procedures to meet RPO and RTORestoring databases with point in time recoveryCreating and testing Disaster Recovery plansProficient in TSQL coding, tuning, and ETL methodologiesSQL Server High Availability MethodsMirroringAlways OnRequired: 5 Years Windows Server Administration experience:Building and maintaining Windows Host and Guest ServersInstalling and managing end point protectionNessus configuration and vulnerability scansApplication Server, Web Server, File Server, and FTP Server configuration and maintenanceUtilizing PowerShell for administration tasksWindows Failover Cluster configuration and maintenanceWindows Server Roles and Features.NET Framework ComponentsPreferred Knowledge and Skills:Familiarity with industry security standards (PUB1075, FIPS, and PII)Cloud computing knowledgeCloud storage, backup, and restore mechanismsF5 administrationFirewall administration and maintenanceSAN, RAID Controller, and other storage device maintenance knowledgeActive Directory knowledge (GPO, FQDN, DNS Server, SPN)Email, SMTP, and Proxy Server troubleshootingGenTax architecture and application maintenanceWeb Services development and supportAvailability to provide 24 hour supportStrong communication skills, both oral and writtenRequired / DesiredAmount of ExperienceSenior SQL Database Administrator Skills and ExperienceRequired10 YearsSQL Database administration (see sub-bullets in JD) SQL Server 2016 or laterRequired8 YearsWindows Server Administration experience (see sub-bullets in JD)Required6 YearsCertificationsRequired24hr SupportRequiredGenTax Software Application architecture and application maintenanceAbout Us: InterSources Inc, a Certified Diverse Supplier, was founded in 2007 and offers innovative solutions to help clients with Digital Transformations across various domains and industries. Our history spans over 16 years and today we are an Award-Winning Global Software Consultancy solving complex problems with technology. We recognize that our employees and our clients are our strengths as the diverse talents and opportunities they bring to the table enable us to grow as a global platform and they are causally linked with our success. We provide strategic and technical advice, and we have expertise in areas covering Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Migration, Custom Software Development, Data Analytics Infrastructure & Cloud Solutions, Cyber Security Services, etc. We make reasonable accommodations for clients and employees and we do not discriminate based on any protected attribute including race, religion, color, national origin, gender sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or marital status. We also are a Google Cloud partner company. We align strategy with execution and provide secure service solutions by developing and using the latest technologies that thrive our resources to deliver industry-leading capabilities to our clients and customers, making it convenient for our clients to do business with InterSources Inc. Our teams also drive growth by refining technology-driven client experiences that put the users first, providing an unparalleled experience. This results in strengthening the core technologies of clients, enabling them to scale with flexibility, create seamless digital experiences and build lifelong relationships.