Database Administrator

Database AdministratorvTech can help you avoid the daunting task of writing and posting job offers, shifting through resumes and laboring through the lengthy interview process. Our Staffing solutions will allow you to elude those tasks and place topnotch, high-caliber professionals in the position you need to fill.We use our expertise, knowledge, and global resources to deliver top-quality candidates and tailor our IT and Non-IT recruitment services to your needs. This allows us to deliver the required results in a timely manner that meets your schedule at a substantially reduced cost.We pride ourselves for having one of the fastest growth rate and also the lowest turnover rates in the industry just 2.5 percent annually. We focus on the training and retaining qualified professionals with high personal and work ethics. With the help of our extensive database of internal candidates and CATS applicants tracking system, we can provide quality resources within the limited time frame.We have also successfully placed hundreds of candidates in the areas related to Information Technology, Engineering, professional, Scientific & Clinical, etc. for both our commercial and government clients.Source: A recruiter sources candidates from various sources; the search starts from our proprietary database. Using advanced sourcing methods like social media, professional networking media, internal, and 3rd party job boards, we identify qualified candidates.Validate: A recruiter validates the candidates' experience and skill sets against our client's position.Initial Screening: Based on the position and the client's work culture, the recruiter uses initial screening questions to determine the most suitable candidates.Submit: The recruiter will submit to the technical team qualified candidates who have passed the initial screening.Technical Screening: The technical team then prepares a matrix of the particular requirements and required experience for the position and using a list of questions and the results, re-validates the candidates' technical skills.Background Check: Administrative personnel will provide a detailed background check, as required, per client agreement.On board: On successfully completing the above steps, the candidates are welcomed on board and assisted to ensure a smooth integration at the client's location.Job DescriptionRequirements:Database Administrator responsible for technical support and management of the MS SQL Server environment for the division, including security and performance.Responsible for ongoing production and development databases, as well as, middleware support for SQL servers used throughout the division.Responsible for installing and administering MS SQL Server platform, database definition, structure, documentation, long and short range requirements, operational guidelines, data protection and logical-physical database design.Develop database queries, perform backup/recovery, tune database and create database schemas.Develop and implement stored procedures.Develop maintenance plans and scripts and migrate databases as necessary.Advocate and communicate policies, procedures, and standards relating to database management.Provide database application support for individual users, software development teams and enterprise-wide applications and services used by the division engineering community.Develop trend and analysis reports indicating database growth and load to anticipate storage, CPU and memory needs.Qualifications:• BSCS, BSSE, BSIS, MSCS, MSSE or equivalent and 5-7 years of applicable experience.• Knowledge of MS SQL Server fundamentals and best practices.Experience:Requires a broad IT background essential to IT problem solving and providing customer support.High Availability and Disaster Recovery strategies such as clustering, database mirroring, log shipping, and replication.Experience with DTS, SSIS, SSRS, SSAS, OLAP, MDX, data mapping and requirements definition.Microsoft Windows 2003 Server, 2008 Server and Storage Area Networks.Preferred Additional Skills:Leadership experience.Experience with other Database Management Systems such as Oracle or PostgreSQL.Enterprise Data Warehousing knowledge/experience.Good organizational skills, good problem-solving skills, and a willingness to work with teams, individuals and suppliers to troubleshoot application and process problems.Customer focused, service-oriented, and capable of operating in a fast-paced environment yet remain focused on long-term organizational goals.Demonstrated ability to learn new skills, adapt to changing environments, and show attention to detail.Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCSE, MCITP).Willingness to embrace innovation and new technologies.Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.