SQL Server DBA

Company: Eliassen Group
Location: Stamford
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

Job Description

**Remote opportunity; qualified applicants will be local to the Stamford area.**

We're looking for a skilled SQL Server DBA. You will partner with cross-functional teams to design and develop new features and take responsibility for the implementation, configuration, maintenance, and performance of critical SQL Server RDBMS systems.

Due to client requirement, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Responsibilities of the SQL Server DBA:
Support end-to-end management and configuration of SQL Server instances and databases
Monitor database instances and underlying server health and performance
Ensure high levels of performance and availability
Develop processes for optimizing database security
Define and maintain database standards
Create and manage database reports, visualizations, and dashboards

Requirements of the SQL Server DBA:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
At least 5 years of experience as a SQL Server DBA or similar
At least 5 years of experience with performance tuning and optimization
At least 5 years of experience with backups, restores, and recovery models
At least 5 years of experience with high availability and disaster recovery options
At least 5 years of experience with Windows Server, including Active Directory
Solid understanding of advanced SQL concepts and the latest offerings
MS SQL 2016+ and Azure MS SQL experience a must!

Job ID: 362209About Eliassen Group:

Eliassen Group provides strategic consulting and talent solutions to drive our clients' innovation and business results. Our purpose is to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which we operate. Leveraging over 30 years of success, our expertise in talent solutions, life sciences consulting, Agile consulting, cloud services, risk management, business optimization, and managed services enables us to partner with our clients to execute their business strategy and scale effectively. Headquartered in Reading, MA, and with offices from coast to coast, Eliassen Group offers local community presence and deep networks, as well as national reach.

Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Don't miss out on our referral program! If we hire a candidate that you refer us to then you can be eligible for a $1,000 referral check!

Keywords: Eliassen Group, Stamford , SQL Server DBA, IT / Software / Systems , Stamford, Connecticut