Sr. SQL DBA

Expert Level SQL Database AdministratorPosition is available for extensions.NOTE: This position requires candidates that have recent hands-on experience in ALL aspects of SQL DBA Administration.MINIMUM: 6 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 servicesManaging SQL Server security and auditingCapacity Planning for storage and database objectsDatabase backup and recoveryCreating and testing Disaster Recovery plansProficient in TSQL coding, tuning, and ETL methodologiesSQL Server High Availability MethodsRequired: 4 Years Windows Server Administration experience:Building and maintaining Windows Host and Guest ServersInstalling and managing end point protectionApplication 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:Experience with FAST GenTax/DS-VS architecture and application maintenanceFamiliarity with industry security standards (PUB1075, FIPS, and PII)Cloud computing knowledgeCloud storage, backup, and restore mechanismsFirewall administration and maintenanceActive Directory knowledge (GPO, FQDN, DNS Server, SPN)Email, SMTP, and Proxy Server troubleshootingWeb Services development and supportAvailability to provide 24 hour supportStrong communication skills, both oral and writtenThe ideal candidate will have at least 6 years of experience as a Senior SQL Database Administrator, with strong expertise in SQL Server administration (SQL Server 2016 or later) and proven hands-on experience managing, maintaining, and optimizing database environments. A minimum of 4 years of Windows Server Administration experience is also required, including the ability to configure, monitor, and troubleshoot server environments. Professional certifications in database administration or related technologies are mandatory. The role requires providing 24-hour support to ensure high availability, performance, and reliability of critical systems. Additionally, experience with GenTax Software application architecture and application maintenance is highly desirable. Compensation: $55.00 - $65.00 per hour