Job Description
Job DescriptionThe SENIOR SQL Database Administrator will be responsible for providing reliable, cost-effective, & secure enterprise-wide support for business critical production & non-production databases for the Arkansas Integrated Revenue System (AIRS) .
-ON-SITE ONLY
-ExpertLevel SQL Database Administrator
-Positionis available for extensions.
-NOTE: Some SQL shops have multiple members with each member performing specific functions. This position requires candidates that have recent experience in ALL aspects of SQL DBA Administration.
MINIMUM:7 Years Experience SQL Server 2016 (or later versions) database administration:
Installing and upgrading SQL Servers, including applying service packs
Performing routine database maintenance
o Creating and scheduling SQL Server jobsto perform database maintenance activity
o Rebuilding indexes
o Updating statistics
o Consistency checks
o Monitoring error logs and event logsfor database errors
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
o Database Mail
o SQL Server Health Checks and Policies
Managing SQL Server security and auditing
o User security
o Database roles
o Authentication methods
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 Serverdisk space to ensure storage is properly utilized
o Index and statistics usage
o Managing disk storage for WindowsFailover Cluster Service (WFSC)
Database backup and recovery
o Establishing standards and schedulesfor database backups
o Developing recovery procedures to meetRPO and RTO
o Restoring databases with point in timerecovery
Creating and testing Disaster Recovery plans
Proficient in TSQL coding, tuning, and ETL methodologies
SQL Server High Availability Methods
o Mirroring
o Always On
Required:5 Years Windows Server Administration experience:
Building and maintaining Windows Host and Guest Servers
Installing and managing end point protection
Nessus configuration and vulnerability scans
Application Server, Web Server, File Server, and FTP Server configuration andmaintenance
Utilizing PowerShell for administration tasks
Windows Failover Cluster configuration and maintenance
Windows Server Roles and Features
.NET Framework Components
PreferredKnowledge and Skills:
Experience with FAST GenTax/DS-VS architecture and applicationmaintenance
Familiarity with industry security standards (PUB1075, FIPS, and PII)
Cloud computing knowledge
- Cloud storage, backup, and restore mechanisms
F5 administration
Firewall administration and maintenance
SAN, RAID Controller, and other storage device maintenance knowledge
Active Directory knowledge (GPO, FQDN, DNS Server, SPN)
Email, SMTP, and Proxy Server troubleshooting
Web Services development and support
Availability to provide 24 hour support
Strong communication skills, both oral and written
Required/Desired Skills
SkillRequired /DesiredAmountof ExperienceSENIOR SQL Database Administrator Skills and ExperienceRequired10YearsSQL Database administration (see sub-bullets in JD) SQL Server 2016 or later Required8YearsWindows Server Administration experience (see sub-bullets in JD)Required6YearsCertificationsRequired024hr SupportRequired0GenTax Software Application architecture and application maintenanceDesired0
Questions
No.QuestionQuestion1The Vendor Rate for this position is $$$. Do you accept this requirement?Question2This requirement falls under the E-RTR process. The candidate MUST follow the process and submit their Right to Represent electronically to be considered. Do you accept this requirement?Question3Please list candidate s email address.Question4Have your forwarded the complete job description to the candidate?Question5This is an ONSITE ONLY position. Do you and your candidate accept this requirement?Question6If the candidate is not local and accepts the opportunity will they relocate to be ONSITE beginning Day 1?Question7What city and state is your candidate located?