US: MS SQL DBA

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Date: 05-May-2008

MS SQL Server Architect and DBA

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS): * Architecture and Design * Configure, tune and maintain SQL Server database servers * Mentor developers and end-users * Ensure 24x7 database availability, reliability and security * Day-to-day operational activities such as break/fix, space management, backup and restore, replication management, performance monitoring and tuning Transact SQL and database engines * Monitor and adapt data network design for current and future operations * Provides high level technical assistance to IT staff for all SQL Server endeavors while assisting in the maintenance and operation of LAN, WAN, mid-range server, and applications. * Develops documentation to support ongoing operation, maintenance, and specific problem resolution. * Monitor and adapts data network design and implementation for current and future operations. * Lead the successful completion of SQL Server projects and tasks and provide in-house training for SQL Server network and applications. * Works with developers and end-users to improve their ability to utilize system capabilities, determines problems and develops appropriate solutions to those problems. * Works with and co-ordinates appropriate IS staff to implement solutions which will meet or exceed customer expectations. * Co-ordinates users, internal IS resources and external vendors as needed on application and hardware upgrades or installations. * Works with the QA department to develop and implement test plans and assists with application hardware and system testing as needed. * Responds accordingly to reports of trouble as presented by the Customer Support Desk (CSD).

* Perform additional tasks as directed.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Education, experience and skills MINIMUM Bachelor degree in a related area Over 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Experienced with DTS, and Transact SQL Experience with high availability technologies, including clustering Experience auditing database and security configurations Management/Leadership skills to manage multiple projects and people Excellent verbal and written communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences Work well with other technicians. Understanding of computer systems security issues

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