DBA Lead

Applied Information Sciences, Inc.; Odessa (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Lead Database Administrator to manage and optimize database systems, ensuring high availability and security. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and involves training database administrators. This remote position within the continental US demands a strong background in database management and security practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in database administration.
• Experience implementing and maintaining database security measures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee administration, configuration, and maintenance of database systems.
• Implement and optimize database performance.
• Ensure data integrity and consistency across all database systems.

Skills

Database Management

Optimization

Security

Collaboration

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

SQL Server

Oracle

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Job description

If you're seeking a sense of community and the ability for growth, look no further. Since 1982, we have been 100% dedicated to our people. Our approach permits greater ownership for individuals and welcomes input into decisions for a thriving workplace and happy employees. Our people are the core reason for AIS' success. As an employee owned company, we are looking for individuals that are passionate about finding innovative solutions, and excited about emerging technologies and capabilities.

Introduction

We are seeking an experienced Lead Database Administrator to join our team. The successful candidate will manage and optimize database systems, ensuring data integrity, performance, and availability. This role involves supporting several database administrators and working under an Enterprise Data Architect to maintain and enhance the organization's database infrastructure.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Database Management: Oversee the administration, configuration, and maintenance of database systems, ensuring high availability, performance, and security.

• Optimization: Implement and optimize database performance, including query optimization, indexing, and storage management.

• Data Integrity: Ensure data integrity and consistency across all database systems through regular audits, backups, and recovery procedures.

• Support: Provide technical guidance and support to database administrators, assisting with complex issues and troubleshooting.

• Collaboration: Work closely with the Enterprise Data Architect to design and implement database solutions that align with the organization's data strategy.

• Monitoring: Implement proactive measures to monitor database performance, identify and resolve issues, and optimize resource utilization.

• Security: Implement and maintain security best practices, including access controls, encryption, and compliance with data protection regulations.

• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of database configurations, procedures, and policies to ensure knowledge sharing and continuity.

• Training: Provide training and knowledge transfer to database administrators and other team members on best practices and new technologies.

Location and Clearance Requirements:

This is a remote role within the continental US. The ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance is required.

Required For This Opportunity:

• Experience: Minimum of 6 years of experience in database administration, including managing and optimizing database systems.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in database management systems such as SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, and MySQL.

• Optimization: Strong knowledge of query optimization, indexing, and storage management techniques.

• Security: Experience implementing and maintaining database security measures, including access controls and encryption.

• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including data architects, developers, and IT staff.

• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders.

• Certifications: Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA), Oracle Certified Professional (OCP), or similar are preferred.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Nice to Have Skills:

• Previous Treasury experience is a plus.

Applied Information Sciences does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis. Employment decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.