Junior SQL Database Administrator

Astound; Illinois; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Medical/dental/vision/life/STD

Paid time off

Floating holiday

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Astound is seeking a Junior SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA) to join our IT Infrastructure team in Illinois. You will assist in maintaining Microsoft SQL Server databases, support Oracle environments, and help ensure performance, security, and reliability across development, test, and production systems.

The role offers hands-on exposure to backups, restores, patch management, and monitoring, with opportunities to grow into more advanced database administration and enterprise data

Qualifications

• 2 years experience with SQL Server Databases.
• Basic understanding of relational database concepts and database architecture.
• Familiarity with Oracle Databases.
• Basic knowledge of Windows Server and Linux environments.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain Microsoft SQL Server databases in development, test, and production environments.
• Perform routine database administration within Microsoft SQL Server - backups, restores, integrity checks, and index maintenance.
• Assist with SQL Server provisioning, configuration, and patch management.
• Monitor SQL Server database performance and help identify bottlenecks or optimization opportunities.
• Troubleshoot SQL Server connectivity and performance issues.
• Assist with SQL Server upgrades, migrations, and deployments.
• Maintain SQL Server database security, permissions, and RBAC.
• Assist with administration and monitoring of Oracle Database environments.
• Support Oracle backup and recovery operations using RMAN.
• Help monitor Oracle database health, performance, and storage utilization.
• Participate in Oracle patching and upgrade activities.
• Support Oracle user account management and security administration.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

SQL Server

Oracle Databases

Windows & Linux

Relational database concepts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

RMAN (Oracle)

Job description

Junior SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA)

The Junior SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA) is a motivated and detail-oriented role in our IT Infrastructure team. The successful candidate will assist in the administration, maintenance, monitoring, and support of Microsoft SQL Server databases while gaining experience with Oracle database environments. This role will work closely with the Director of IT, application teams, and system engineers to ensure database performance, availability, security, and reliability.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to build a career in database administration and enterprise data management.

• Monitor and maintain Microsoft SQL Server databases in development, test, and production environments.
• Perform routine database administration within Microsoft SQL Server - tasks including backups, restores, integrity checks, and index maintenance.
• Assist with Microsoft SQL Server database provisioning, configuration, and patch management.
• Monitor Microsoft SQL Server database performance and help identify bottlenecks or optimization opportunities.
• Troubleshoot Microsoft SQL Server database connectivity and performance issues.
• Assist with Microsoft SQL Server upgrades, migrations, and deployments.
• Maintain Microsoft SQL Server database security, permissions, and role-based access controls.
• Assist with administration and monitoring of Oracle Database environments.
• Support Oracle backup and recovery operations using RMAN.
• Help monitor Oracle database health, performance, and storage utilization.
• Participate in Oracle patching and upgrade activities.
• Support Oracle user account management and security administration.
• Other duties as assigned

What you bring to the table:

• 2 Years Experience with SQL Server Databases
• Basic understanding of relational database concepts and database architecture.
• Familiarity with Oracle Databases.
• Basic knowledge of Windows Server and Linux environments.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

We're Proud to Offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package Including:

• 401k retirement plan, with employer match
• Insurance options including: medical, dental, vision, life and STD insurance
• Paid Time Off/Vacation: Starting at 80 hours per year, and increases based on tenure with the organization
• Floating Holiday: 40 hours per year
• Paid Holidays: 7 days per year
• Paid Sick Leave: Astound allows a number of paid sick hours per calendar year and varies based on state and/or local laws
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee discount program

*Benefits listed above are for regular full-time position

Base Compensation:

The base compensation range for this position is $70,000 - $90,000 plus opportunities for benefits. The base pay range represents the low and high end of the hiring range for this job. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, relevant skills, experience, and capabilities.

Our Mission Statement:

• * Take care of our customers
• * Take care of each other
• * Do what we say we are going to do
• * Have fun

Astound is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. Discrimination of any kind has no place here. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. We strive to create a culture that celebrates our differences and promotes fairness and inclusivity in all aspects of our business.

About Astound:

Astound is a leading provider of internet, WiFi, mobile, and TV services, dedicated to connecting communities and empowering lives through innovative technology. We also keep businesses connected with dependable fiber infrastructure and internet solutions backed by award-winning service, helping organizations thrive in an increasingly connected world.

At the forefront of digital transformation, we continuously evolve our offerings to meet the dynamic needs of our customers-delivering reliable connectivity and groundbreaking digital experiences.

Our commitment to excellence extends beyond infrastructure. We invest in our people through personalized training, coaching, and a supportive work environment that fosters growth and opportunity. Employees are empowered to represent a superior telecommunications company while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

We offer a robust benefits package that includes rewards, recognition programs, and employee discounts-ensuring our team members are supported in both their professional and personal journeys. At Astound, we believe in creating astounding possibilities for everyone, everywhere.