IS Specialist - SQL Database

SQL

Roles & Responsibilities

• Database Administration:

  Manage all stages of the database lifecycle, including the installation, upgrade, optimization, and decommissioning of

  SQL Server

  databases. You will administer security access controls, recover databases during disaster recovery, and automate routine operational tasks.

• Performance & Support:

  Plan the implementation and configuration of database software to meet business requirements for

  OLTP, decision support, and high-availability configurations

  like

  MSSQL Always On Availability Groups (AAG)

  . You will provide administration support for development, test, and production environments, and investigate and resolve technical database issues.

• Automation & Process Improvement:

  Automate database provisioning, patching, and administration to increase operational productivity. You will also develop and document standards, procedures, and work instructions.

• Team & Collaboration:

  Participate in a

  24x7 on-call support rotation

  and assist with root cause analysis reviews. You will provide technical leadership to less experienced personnel, including training on installation, upgrades, and backup/recovery strategies.

• Security & Cloud:

  Perform necessary security patch implementations. You should have an understanding of

  SAN

  storage and experience supporting and provisioning databases in public clouds like

  AWS

  and

  Azure

  .

Qualifications

• A Master's degree, a Bachelor's degree, or a Diploma with experience in Information Systems and Database Administration.
• Demonstrable experience administering and monitoring

  SQL Server

  databases and systems.
• Proven experience automating database tasks and working with

  MSSQL Always On Availability Groups (AAG)

  .
• Experience with database tools for performance review, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
• Understanding of

  ITIL

  frameworks and best practices.
• Experience supporting

  MySQL

  databases and working on regulated systems is a plus.

Soft Skills

• Problem-Solving:

  Excellent data-driven problem-solving and analytical skills, with crisis management capabilities.

• Communication:

  Superb communication skills, with a focus on partner communication and expectation management.

• Leadership:

  The ability to provide technical leadership and work effectively as part of a high-performance team.

• Adaptability:

  The ability to work a later shift and participate in an on-call rotation.