Database Administrator - Oracle and MS SQL ( Remote)

Finney-Taylor Consulting Group Ltd.; Canada; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative consulting firm seeks a skilled Database Administrator specializing in Oracle and MS SQL for a remote contract role. This position involves the day-to-day management and support of database instances, ensuring their availability and stability. You will be responsible for implementing backup strategies, managing security permissions, and creating technical documentation. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will directly contribute to the success of critical projects in the energy sector. If you're passionate about database administration and looking for an exciting opportunity to make an impact, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in Oracle and MS SQL administration.
• Proficiency in VMware, Azure, and Windows Administration.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support Oracle and MS SQL instances for production systems.
• Resolve data problems and perform necessary updates and patches.

Skills

Oracle Database Administration

MS SQL Database Administration

Technical Documentation

Security Management

VMware

Azure Administration

Windows Administration

Education

Microsoft Certified Professional

Oracle Certified Professional

Formal Education (Technical School or University)

Tools

Monitoring Tools

Backup and Recovery Tools

Job description

Database Administrator - Oracle and MS SQL (Remote)

Job Description: Our client is looking for a Database Administrator with experience in Oracle and MS SQL for a contract opportunity.

Must Have Primary Skills:

• Expertise in Oracle and MS SQL (3 to 5 years) is required.
• Microsoft Certified Professional or equivalent.
• Oracle Certified Professional or equivalent.
• Proficiency in VMware.
• Proficiency in Azure and Windows Administration.
• Technical Documentation: Ability to create technical documentation and user guides for new systems or updates.
• Security Management: Ensuring the security of systems by setting up and managing permissions.

Nice To Have Secondary Skills:

• 2 to 4 years of formal education (technical school or university).
• Backup and Recovery: Expertise in implementing and managing backup and recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and availability. This includes configuring backup schedules, performing regular backups, and executing recovery procedures in case of data loss or corruption.
• Security Management: Knowledge of database security best practices, including user authentication, authorization, and encryption. This involves configuring security settings, managing user roles and permissions, and ensuring compliance with security standards.
• Database Migration and Upgrades: Experience in planning and executing database migrations and upgrades. This includes migrating databases between different versions or platforms, as well as upgrading database software to newer versions while minimizing downtime and ensuring data integrity.

Proven Experience In:

The Oracle and MS SQL Database Administrator provides for the day-to-day administration, management, and support of all Oracle and MS SQL Instances. The tasks involve any action necessary to resolve production application and data problems such as fixes, vendor supplied patches and upgrades and other activities deemed necessary to keep production systems available, operational, and stable.

• Provide support for all Oracle and MS SQL monitoring tools, backups, and recovery.
• Provide knowledge in the support for High availability and disaster recovery.
• Create and configure database environments with effective utilization of resources.

Skills:

• Operating Systems: Experience in at least 5 years of experience with/in Oracle Database Administrator.
• Databases: Experience in at least 5 years of experience with/in Database Administration.

Industry experience required: Energy

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