MS SQL Server Database Administrator

GENERAL PURPOSE
This position is for a senior Microsoft SQL Server DBA with between 3-5 years experience with production MS SQL Server environments. The role will support a variety of Centium MS SQL Server-specific solutions including, but not limited to; MS SQL Server 2000 and 2005 database implementations, implementations of MS SQL Server systems for enterprise application suites and web (.NET) application systems, configuring MS SQL Server backup solutions and implementing MS SQL Server Cluster and replication solutions.

DUTIES
· Install and configure MS SQL Server database environments
· Perform architecture and design of MS SQL Server data structures.
· Install, configure and implement MS SQL Server stand-by solutions
using SQL replication methods
· Design relational database schemas utilizing common and
three-tiered database structures.
· Perform database tuning and administrative functions for production
and data warehousing environments.
· Perform MS SQL Server upgrades, patching and other administrative
functions for clients
· Engage to identify performance bottlenecks through best-practice MS
SQL Server tuning and performance analysis methods.
· Communicate projected timeline, develop applications according to
customer specifications, provide detailed documentation of project work, and work with other Centium consultants to provide quality solutions to its clients.
· Install, configure and deploy MS SQL Server based high-availability
solutions on supported Windows operating platforms.

TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, AND EDUCATION
· Certified MS SQL Server DBA preferred.
· Fluent understanding of MS SQL Server RDBMS engine
· Strong installation experience for MS SQL Server DB in
mission-critical systems
· Strong experience working with MS SQL Server support for fast issue
resolution on client environments.
· Understanding of various backup configurations - using third
party "hot" agents with MS SQL Server and Windows backup utilities
· Understanding of how to properly recommend disk space, RAM and CPU
capacities related to "sizing" an MS SQL Server environment.
· Experience with MS SQL Server 7, 2000 and 2005 in test,
development, QA and production environments in single or multi-tiered deployments.
· Experience with MS SQL Server Administration and Event Monitoring
· Strong operating system experience in Windows 2000 & 2003 for
installation purposes.
· Four-year BS in Computer Science preferred, or at least four years
work experience in MS SQL Server-focused application development.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
· Professional executive presence and image.
· Open to travel related to project assignments.
· Motivated by challenges and has a strong sense of commitment to
objectives.
· Helps to affect change and expect success; plans carefully to avoid
the possibility of failure.
· An inquisitive nature that is open to learning from all sources.
· Integrity and clearly defined values; a demonstrated understanding
of the importance of honesty, fairness, and civility.
· Detail oriented and organized in professional and personal
pursuits.

SUPERVISION
· Reports internally to the Regional Services Manager and works with
Database Practice Manager and/or Project Manager(s) to ensure project milestones and target dates are met.
· Reports externally to the client project manager.
· General setting of goals and objectives without direct day-to-day
supervision.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT
· General office environment, internally and externally, offers
pleasant surroundings in comfortable, quiet, temperature controlled buildings.

BENEFITS
· Centium offers a compensation plan consisting of a competitive base
salary and an additional performance-based variable compensation package.
· Health coverage with Vision and Dental options
· Mileage reimbursement for onsite client activities
· 401k plan offerings
· Paid holidays and vacation

Karan
Technical Recruiter
Centium
508 476 5067 Received on Fri Aug 11 2006 - 17:21:09 CDT