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Database Administrator
Summary
Title:Database Administrator
ID:4550U
Location:CAN - Temporarily Remote
Description
Company

BGRS develops and implements comprehensive talent mobility solutions for corporate and government clients worldwide. With deep industry experience and unparalleled insights on the future of talent mobility, we enable our clients to craft mobility programs that will empower them to attract, retain and develop top performers.

Database Administrator

The Database Administrator (DBA) will be part of the BGRS team that is responsible for installing, configuring and maintaining Microsoft SQL Server databases.  BGRS is looking for a motivated, self-directed person who is capable of managing physical and virtual SQL servers supporting critical transactional and reporting applications. The DBA will also provide support for employee requests and issues including performance tuning, data fixes and security access management.
 
 
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Perform new SQL Server Installations and upgrades in accordance with established processes.
  • Maintain existing SQL Server installations and all associated processes and services, including but not limited to log shipping, database mirroring, backup/restore, database jobs, logins and replication.
  • Maintain database stability and performance by creating and maintaining management tools, reviewing monitoring and taking action on automated system alerts.
  • Troubleshoot, resolve and report on issues related to BGRS databases, the associated services and applications.
  • Act as a subject matter expert for employee and client requests.
  • Participate in the technology life cycle management processes: including technology refresh, asset inventory and configuration management.
  • Produce and maintain technical and user documentation for database services.
  • Participate in the BGRS change, incident and capacity management processes.
  • Assist with data gathering for audits, RFPs and other client engagements.
  • Collaborate with other IT teams including IT Security to ensure that databases and company data are secure, reliable and accurate.
 
Qualifications:
  • Degree/Diploma in computer science or related field
  • 2+ years’ experience managing Microsoft SQL Server 2008 and later in a global, enterprise environment
  • 2+ years’ experience managing Microsoft Windows Server 2008 and later
  • A current Microsoft database certification (MCITP etc.)
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
  • Excellent planning and organizational skills
  • Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a fast-paced changing environment

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, BGRS embraces diversity and, as such; is dedicated to considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy and parenting status, protected veteran status and any other characteristic protected by law. Employment may be subject to additional background checks, drug testing and fingerprint processing.
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