Description

You will provide enterprise-wide support for business-critical production and non-production databases in Little Rock, AR.

Responsibilities

• Install, upgrade, and maintain SQL Server 2016+ versions, including service packs and configuration management.
• Execute routine maintenance tasks such as index rebuilding, statistics updates, consistency checks, and job scheduling.
• Manage database security, auditing, and encryption for data at rest, in transit, and in backups.
• Plan capacity for storage and database objects, managing disk space and Windows Failover Cluster Service.
• Develop and test disaster recovery plans and backup/recovery procedures to meet RPO and RTO requirements.

Required Skills

• 10 years of SQL Database administration experience.
• 8 years of Windows Server Administration experience.
• Expertise in SQL Server 2016 or later.
• Proficiency with SQL Server native tools: Profiler, Index Tuning Advisor, Configuration Manager, Extended Events, Performance Monitor, and Dynamic Management Views.
• Experience with MSDTC, Linked Servers, and SQL Server Broker Service.
• Strong T-SQL coding, tuning, and ETL methodology skills.
• Hands-on experience with Windows Failover Cluster configuration and maintenance.
• Ability to use PowerShell for administration tasks.
• Experience managing Windows host and guest servers, including endpoint protection and Nessus vulnerability scans.
• Availability to provide 24-hour support.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of GenTax software application architecture and maintenance.
• Familiarity with industry security standards including PUB1075, FIPS, and PII.
• Experience with Cloud computing, cloud storage, and backup mechanisms.

Key Skills

Education

Any Graduate