SQL Server Database Administrator

SUMMARY:
SQL Server DBA

POSITION INFO:

SQL SERVER DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR (DBA) - 24 MONTHS FIXED-TERM CONTRACT

Our client in the medical insurance sector is looking for SQL Server Database Administrator on a 2 years fixed term- contract.

The purpose of the job is to plan, manage, administer and secure system databases as well as troubleshoot any database issues affecting system performance and ensure data quality across the databases. As an SQL Server Database Administrator, you will be responsible for:

• Managing SQL Server databases.
• Configuring and maintaining database servers and processes.
• Monitoring the system''s health and performance.
• Ensuring high levels of performance, availability, sustainability and security.
• Refining and automating regular processes, tracking issues, and documenting changes.
• Assisting developers with query tuning and schema refinement.
• Providing support for critical business systems.
• Performing scheduled maintenance and supporting release deployment activities.
• Performing any additional responsibilities/tasks in line with the CMS operational requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

The successful candidate will have the following essential qualifications, technical skills, competencies and behavioural attributes:

• BSc Computer Science degree or B. Tech or Advanced Diploma or a relevant equivalent qualification at NQF level 7.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in SQL Server database administration or a similar role.
• Knowledge and experience with database Performance Tuning and Optimisation (PTO).
• Knowledge and experience with backups, restores and recovery models.
• Knowledge and experience of High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) options for SQL Server.
• Knowledge and experience with Windows Server Operating System, including Active Directory.
• In-depth understanding of SQL Server architecture, components (e.g., SQL Server Engine).
• Database design and data modelling.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving.
• Cloud database management.
• ICT security and governance.
• Communication, interpersonal and conflict resolution.
• Analytical, attention to detail, working independently.
• Knowledge of project administration.