Senior Sql Database Administrator

Topsys IT; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Topsys IT is seeking a Senior SQL Database Administrator for on-site work in Little Rock, AR. The role requires recent hands-on experience in all aspects of SQL DBA administration and a strong background in SQL Server 2022+ environments.

The position emphasizes on-site operations with extensive maintenance, security, and disaster recovery responsibilities. Candidate should demonstrate expertise in backup/recovery, performance tuning, and cloud/storage integration, with 24/7 support readiness and

Qualifications

• 4+ years of SQL Server administration in SQL Server 2022 or later.
• Experience with installing, upgrading, and applying service packs/cumulative updates.
• Knowledge of security, auditing, encryption at rest/transit/backup.

Responsibilities

• Install, upgrade, and maintain SQL Server instances and related services.
• Monitor logs, operator notifications, and perform health checks.
• Design and implement disaster recovery procedures and backups.
• Manage security configurations, auditing, and access controls.
• Develop and tune T-SQL scripts; support ETL processes.
• Maintain high availability with Always On and related features.
• Configure storage, backups, and AWS/Cloud storage integration.

Skills

SQL Server administration

SQL Server 2022+

Windows Server administration

T-SQL coding

ETL methodologies

PowerShell

On-site administration

Disaster Recovery planning

Security and auditing

Performance tuning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

SQL Server tools (Profiler, SSMS, Configuration Manager)

Extended Events

SQL Server Agent

Job description

State of Arkansas/ DFA - New Requirement

Position is available for extensions.

NOTE: This position requires candidates that have recent hands‑on experience in ALL aspects of SQL DBA Administration.

ON-SITE INTERVIWS ONLY

ON-SITE WORK ONLY

Little Rock, AR (100% Onsite)

Skill

Required / Desired

Amount of Experience

Years of Experience

SENIOR SQL Database Administrator Skills and Experience

Required

4 Years

SQL Database administration (see sub-bullets in JD) SQL Server 2016 or later

Required

4 Years

Windows Server Administration experience (see sub-bullets in JD)

Required

3 Years

Certifications

Required

24hr Support

Required

GenTax Software Application architecture and application maintenance

MINIMUM: 4 Years Experience SQL Server 2022 (or later versions) database administration:

Installing and upgrading SQL Servers, including applying service packs, cumulative updates

o Knowledge of SQL Server Agent and jobs

o Monitoring error logs and event logs for database errors and warnings

SQL Server native tools and services

o SQL Server Profiler

o Index Tuning Advisor

o SQL Server Configuration Manager

o Extended Events

o Performance Monitor

o Dynamic Management View

o SQL Server Broker Service

o Linked Servers

o MSDTC

o SQL Server System Databases knowledge

o SQL Server Health Checks and Policies

Managing SQL Server security and auditing

o SQL Server and database auditing

o Encryption at rest, transit, and backup

Capacity Planning for storage and database objects

o Maintaining and managing SQL Server disk storage and experience with AWS storage systems to ensure storage is properly utilized

Database backup and recovery

o Establishing standards and schedules for database backups

o Developing recovery procedures to meet RPO and RTO

o Restoring databases with point in time recovery

Creating and testing Disaster Recovery plans

Proficient in TSQL coding, tuning, and ETL methodologies

SQL Server High Availability Methods

o Experience with VLDB

o Experience monitoring, supporting, troubleshooting high intense systems with both online transactions and batch transactions

o Always On and AWS HA Zones

Building and maintaining Windows Servers and EC2 Instances

Installing and managing end point protection

Application Server, Web Server, File Server, and FTP Server configuration and maintenance

Utilizing PowerShell for administration tasks

Windows Failover Cluster configuration and maintenance

Windows Server Roles and Features

Preferred Knowledge and Skills:

Experience with FAST GenTax/DS-VS architecture and application maintenance

Familiarity with industry security standards (PUB1075, FIPS, and PII)

Cloud computing knowledge

Cloud storage, backup, and restore mechanisms

Firewall administration and maintenance

Email, SMTP, and Proxy Server troubleshooting

Web Services development and support

Availability to provide 24 hour support

Strong communication skills, both oral and written