Responsibilities
Kforce has a client in San Antonio, TX seeking a Database Administrator. Key Responsibilities:
- Database Management: Design, install, configure, upgrade, and maintain complex databases (SQL, NoSQL, Oracle, etc.) to ensure high performance and availability
- Performance Tuning: Monitor and optimize database performance, using advanced tools to diagnose and resolve bottlenecks, ensuring efficient operation
- Backup and Recovery: Develop and implement backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies to protect data and minimize downtime
- Security Management: Implement robust security measures, including access controls, encryption, and vulnerability assessments to safeguard sensitive data
- Data Integrity & Consistency: Ensure data integrity, consistency, and accuracy through regular audits and troubleshooting, including running diagnostics on databases
- Troubleshooting: Provide advanced support for resolving database-related issues, including database connectivity, query optimization, and hardware performance
- Documentation: Maintain comprehensive database documentation, including designs, configurations, operational procedures, and policies
- Collaboration: Work closely with developers and IT teams to optimize database interactions, including writing efficient queries, indexing strategies, and data access patterns
- Automation: Identify opportunities to automate routine tasks, database monitoring, and processes to improve operational efficiency
- Mentorship: Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior DBAs and other IT personnel, offering guidance in best practices and troubleshooting techniques
- Project Involvement: Participate in database-related projects, including upgrades, migrations, and new application deployments, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with data protection laws, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices, including GDPR, HIPAA, or SOX
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- Advanced certifications in database administration (e.g., Oracle DBA, Microsoft Certified Database Administrator, AWS Certified Database Specialty) are preferred
- 5+ years of experience in database administration, with at least 3 years at a senior level managing complex, large-scale database environments
- Proven experience with SQL databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra)
- Strong knowledge of database architecture, performance tuning, and query optimization
- Expertise in disaster recovery, high availability, and backup strategies
- Proficiency in database security practices, data encryption, and regulatory compliance
- Experience with database automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python)
- Hands-on experience with cloud database services (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL, Google Cloud)
- Familiarity with database monitoring and performance tools (e.g., Oracle Enterprise Manager, SolarWinds, Datadog)
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
- Ability to mentor junior team members and provide leadership in technical discussions
- Self-motivated and able to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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