Database Administrator II
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Install, configure, troubleshoot, and performance tune Oracle and MS
SQL databases on Sun UNIX, Linux, and Windows based operating systems.
• Evaluate and install new software releases, perform system upgrades,
evaluate and install patches and resolve database related problems. •
Work jointly with networking engineers to install, configure,
troubleshoot, and performance tune database connectivity. • Ensure
uninterrupted database availability by managing physical and logical
space. Measure growth and project for continued optimal performance
and server upgrades. • Maintain database security and where
appropriate host security in accordance with company standards and
industry best practices. This includes but is not limited to
deployment of appropriate security patches, hot fixes, vulnerability
scans and software and firmware upgrades. • Work with other IT staff
members to automate management tasks, streamline processes and perform
standard administration functions as needed. • Assist in IT disaster
recovery planning. • Participates in the development of standards,
procedures, and resources that standardize the functioning of the
systems and software and in accordance with company standards and
industry best practices. • Perform and adhere to established policies,
and procedures. • Lead the resolution of system and software issues
related to the company’s database systems. • Work with fellow IT staff
to provide training and technical support to the user community on use
of IT services. • On-call responsibilities as required. • Obtain and/
or maintain technical certifications necessary for continued company
growth and success. • Perform additional duties as assigned by
management.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Ability to evaluate critical
systems, prioritize work, and determine solutions • Excellent verbal
and written communication skills • A firm understanding of these
technologies: • Oracle RDMBS; 9i, 10g, and 11g • Oracle RAC and Grid •
Microsoft SQL Server 2005 • SQL, Oracle PL/SQL, and Microsoft Transact-
SQL • Sun Unix, Linux, and Microsoft Windows operating systems • IIS
or Apache web server architecture. • Network storage technologies. •
Backup software installation, configuration, and operation • TCP/IP •
UNIX shell scripting (Korn) and Perl • Data center technologies
including enterprise monitoring and event management. • Strong project
management skills • Strong security knowledge and ability for securing
and maintaining data for safety and to meet or exceed standards
required by HIPAA, Sarbanes/Oxley and other regulations. • Technical
expertise of personal computing systems, peripheral equipment, and
applications • Strong troubleshooting skills • Strong organizational
skills • Ability to work well under various urgent and time sensitive
situations. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills •
Strong attention to detail
Education and Experience: • Five years experience using and supporting
hardware/software products. • Strong knowledge of computer hardware,
operating systems, and troubleshooting tools • 3+ years experience
with Oracle or MS SQL Database Administration, user management,
database security, database monitoring, backup and recovery, Oracle
Enterprise Manager, and SQL Server Management Studio. • 2+ years
experience with Windows, Sun Unix, or Linux operating systems.
Desired: • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management of
Information Systems, or a related degree, or equivalent education and
work experience. • Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) or MCTS: SQL
Server 2005 strongly desired.
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