Database Administrator for Contract Position in Las Vegas, USA

AlphaConnect; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 14,217 - 17,030; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary paid monthly

Job summary

AlphaConnect is seeking a skilled Database Administrator for a contract position in Las Vegas, USA. You will manage and maintain company databases, monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement security measures to protect data.

Proficiency in SQL and Oracle, plus MySQL/SQL Server experience, is required. You will develop backup/recovery strategies, ensure data integrity, and collaborate with the team to deliver efficient database solutions.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a Database Administrator or similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of database management systems (eg MySQL, SQL Server).
• Familiarity with database languages such as SQL and Oracle.
• Experience in data backup, recovery, security and performance monitoring.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work under pressure.
• Strong communication and collaboration with team members.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor database performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Develop and implement backup and recovery strategies.
• Ensure data integrity by performing regular data audits.
• Create user accounts and manage permissions.
• Identify security vulnerabilities and implement protective measures.
• Collaborate with team to develop efficient database solutions.
• Stay updated on industry developments and suggest improvements to existing systems.

Skills

DBA experience

Backup & recovery

Performance monitoring

Data security

SQL & Oracle

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

MySQL

SQL Server

Oracle

Job description

We are hiring a highly skilled Database Administrator for a contract position in Las Vegas USA As a Database Administrator you will be responsible for managing and maintaining our companys databases to ensure efficient and secure storage of information Your main duties will include monitoring database performance troubleshooting issues and implementing security measures to safeguard our data To excel in this role you should have a solid understanding of database management systems and be familiar with various database languages such as SQL and Oracle Additionally you should possess excellent problem-solving skills and have the ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

• Monitor database performance and troubleshoot any issues that arise
• Develop and implement backup and recovery strategies
• Ensure data integrity by performing regular data audits
• Create user accounts and manage user permissions
• Identify security vulnerabilities and implement appropriate measures to protect data
• Collaborate with other team members to develop efficient database solutions
• Stay updated on industry developments and recommend improvements to current systems

Requirements

• Proven work experience as a Database Administrator or similar role
• In-depth knowledge of database management systems eg MySQL SQL Server
• Familiarity with database languages such as SQL and Oracle
• Experience in data backup recovery security and performance monitoring
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work under pressure
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related field is preferred

This is a contract position without accommodation provided Candidates must have their own valid visa to work in the USA

This position offers a competitive salary of 1400$ per month