Sr. Database and Systems Administrator

JOB SUMMARY:

Conduct periodic tests to evaluate the performance of a system and make modifications when necessary. DB Admin executes database backup and recovery processes to allow for data retrieval in case of an emergency.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist in the design and maintenance of database schema, tables, procedures, and permissions. Assist application development teams in determining database setup requirements.
2. Create and manage multiple databases and assist in capacity planning and performance tuning.
3. Documenting the database setup and operations and creating various reports as required.
4. Addressing and resolving incidents and requests, escalating them to the senior database administrators when necessary.
5. Performs data changes to fix errors in data committed by the users or due to approved complex customization as requested.
6. Maintains and monitors database audit trails, system performance and other system alerts and report incidents to immediate superior.

1. On board new employees by creating user accounts and assigning necessary permissions. Ensure new users have access to the tools and resources required for their roles
2. Manage user accounts, permissions, and access rights to ensure appropriate access to resources. Create, modify, and delete user accounts as needed
3. Document, implement and manage database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures for proper backup and restoration of databases.
4. Implement and manage system backup strategies to safeguard critical data. Implement backup scripts to automate backup procedures for both scheduled and real-time backups.
5. Provide 24×7 on call support for critical production systems.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
2. Proven experience (minimum of 5 years) in Database Management and Systems Administration with working knowledge of database structures, theories, principles, and practices.
3. Working knowledge in MS SQL, MySQL, Azure DB and Active Directory is essential. Knowledge in Postgre and Oracle is a plus.
4. Experience in the HMO/Insurance industry or financial institution is desirable.

1. Familiarity with database design, documentation, and coding
2. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
3. Good decision-making abilities
4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
5. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure