MS SQL Database Administrator
Job Description
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As an MS SQL Database Administrator, you will support the establishment and ongoing management of infrastructure managed services for the client. Your responsibilities will include:
Service Establishment & Transition:
Assist in gathering and reviewing information related to the implementation and operation of the client’s existing MS SQL database environments.
Participate in workshops to understand existing MS SQL platforms and prepare for database operations transition.
Contribute to the creation of key database operations documentation (e.g., System Understanding Documents, Standard Operating Procedures).
Support the team in ensuring readiness for database operations go-live in line with the service establishment plan and schedule.
Ongoing Database Administration & Operations:
Perform routine MS SQL DBA tasks, including:
Monitoring and health checks
Database backups
Performance tuning and management
Availability and capacity management
Installation, configuration, and patching
Routine administration and maintenance
Resolving production and non-production incidents with minimal downtime or performance impact
Managing backlog of database-related tickets and service requests
Maintain comprehensive documentation for database platforms, processes, and procedures.
Support efforts to align database operations with DevOps and Agile principles.
Assist in automating database management and operational tasks.
Collaborate with other DBAs and infrastructure teams (compute, storage, network, datacentre, and public cloud).
Ensure security best practices are followed to meet federal government compliance standards.
Stay updated with industry trends and technologies to contribute to continuous improvement and innovation.
Provide input on current database platforms for public cloud migration projects.
Knowledge of Oracle database administration desirable, but not a requirement.
