SQL Database Administrator - Michigan, United States - A-Line Staffing Solutions

Description

Title: SQL Database Administrator

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Note: This position is a direct hire on W2, and is NOT open to C2C

About this position

The SQL Database Administrator role is responsible for ensuring the stability, security, and performance of our SQL Server databases to ensure the availability and consistent performance of credit union applications.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server instances, ensuring optimal performance and availability.
• Implement and enforce database security policies and procedures, including access controls and data encryption.
• Monitor database performance and troubleshoot issues, proactively identifying and resolving bottlenecks and inefficiencies.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks such as backups, restores, index optimization, and database integrity checks.
• Collaborate with application developers to optimize SQL queries and database schema design.
• Develop and maintain documentation for database configurations, procedures, and best practices.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in SQL Server technologies, recommending and implementing relevant updates and improvements.
• Assists with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Three years to five years of similar or related experience.
• Microsoft certification (MCSE/MCSA preferred).
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field of study.
• Prior experience with SSAS, SSIS.
• Prior experience with cloud services (AWS, Microsoft Azure).
• Knowledge of PowerShell scripting.
• Knowledge of SQL and SQL server tools, Windows Server infrastructures, and SSRS. database technologies (Primarily MS SQL).