SQL DBA

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a SQL DBA in Chicago, IL.

Summary:
The Database Administrator (DBA) will provide services for all support issues submitted by Company Employees. Duties will include Proactively monitoring performance and capacity, performance tuning & query optimization, evaluating and integrating new products, resolving computing issues, and supporting database replication. Also, you will support on-premise and cloud based databases.

Core Responsibilities:
* Optimizing and tuning database systems
* Ensuring adherence to storage, archiving, and back-up recovery procedures
* Backup recovery testing of recovery procedures and archiving databases
* Disaster recovery testing
* Troubleshooting database issues and performing database impact analysis for proposed changes
* Controlling access permissions and privileges
* Altering tables and schema structure as required
* Working with the application development teams to develop stored procedures, triggers, and code to support enterprise applications, as well as to enforce coding standards
* Executing database release management processes and coordinating maintenance of development, testing, and production environments
* Physical database design
* Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:
* BS degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field/technical experience
* Minimum of 7 years of experience in administering multi-terabyte databases (PostgreSQL, Yellowbrick, Netezza, DB2, SQL Server, Oracle)
* Minimum of 3 years supporting Windows desktop/server operating systems and technologies, including Active Directory, DNS and DHCP and group policies
* Expert administration/engineering skills in Windows 10 OS technologies
* Advanced knowledge in automating for Windows platforms leveraging PowerShell, ActiveBatch, and SCCM or MDT
* Proficiency with SQL, Mongo, PL/SQL, PL/pgSQL, UNIX Shell, PowerShell, PERL
* Strong technical ability and outstanding troubleshooting skills
* Strong customer service orientation
* Ability to research emerging technologies and make recommendations that benefit our business
* Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
* Experience in administering a multi-terabyte data warehouse is preferred

Bonus:
* Radiating positive energy
* Assuming good intentions
* Creating an unmatched patient experience
* Driving clinical excellence
* Taking ownership and delivering results
* Being scrappy

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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