Database Admin, Lead

Are you looking for a great team environment? Southern Farm Bureau Casualty Insurance Company   is currently seeking a Database Administrator, Lead.

Southern Farm Bureau is a great company and an excellent place to work. The Company offers a family-oriented work environment and a rich benefit package including paid time off, company matched 401(k), pension/retirement, medical, dental, vision, group life, accidental death and dismemberment, employee assistance program, a continued education program, and a hybrid home/office work schedule. This position is located in Ridgeland, MS. This is not a remote position.

Essential Functions

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Support database management systems software and applications.

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Research and implement new database management systems technologies.  

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Promote data standards, system procedures and security policies, and best practices.

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Develop, implement, and maintain change control and testing processes for modifications to databases with minimal supervision.

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Provide end-user training for efficient use of database tools and resources.

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Manage all database-related activities including daily maintenance, problem resolution.

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Ensure uptime and availability (replication, clustering, mirroring), and develop and manage data flows within the environment.

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Perform routine maintenance activities such as installations, upgrades, and patching.

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Analyze performance metrics and enhances performance of databases.

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Resolve database access and performance issues.

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Responsible for coordinating backup and recovery procedures.

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Design and implement redundant systems, policies, and procedures for disaster recovery.

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Act as data security administrator.

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Perform database transaction and security audits.

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Mentor and train Database Administrators when and where required.