RIT Solutions, Inc.
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 jobs to perform database maintenance activity
o Rebuilding indexes
o Updating statistics
o Consistency checks
o Monitoring error logs and event logs for 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 Server disk space to ensure storage is properly utilized
o Index and statistics usage
o Managing disk storage for Windows Failover Cluster Service (WFSC) • Database backup and recovery
o Establishing standards and schedules for database backups
o Developing recovery procedures to meet RPO and RTO
o Restoring databases with point in time recovery • 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 and maintenance • Utilizing PowerShell for administration tasks • Windows Failover Cluster configuration and maintenance • Windows Server Roles and Features • .NET Framework Components
Preferred Knowledge and Skills:
• Experience with FAST GenTax/DS-VS architecture and application maintenance
• 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 Skill Required /Desired Amount of Experience Candidate's years of experience SENIOR SQL Database Administrator Skills and Experience Required 10 Years SQL Database administration (see sub-bullets in JD) SQL Server 2016 or later Required 8 Years Windows Server Administration experience (see sub-bullets in JD) Required 6 Years Certifications Required 24hr Support Required State Government experience Required
GenTax Software Application architecture and application maintenance Desired
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 jobs to perform database maintenance activity
o Rebuilding indexes
o Updating statistics
o Consistency checks
o Monitoring error logs and event logs for 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 Server disk space to ensure storage is properly utilized
o Index and statistics usage
o Managing disk storage for Windows Failover Cluster Service (WFSC) • Database backup and recovery
o Establishing standards and schedules for database backups
o Developing recovery procedures to meet RPO and RTO
o Restoring databases with point in time recovery • 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 and maintenance • Utilizing PowerShell for administration tasks • Windows Failover Cluster configuration and maintenance • Windows Server Roles and Features • .NET Framework Components
Preferred Knowledge and Skills:
• Experience with FAST GenTax/DS-VS architecture and application maintenance
• 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 Skill Required /Desired Amount of Experience Candidate's years of experience SENIOR SQL Database Administrator Skills and Experience Required 10 Years SQL Database administration (see sub-bullets in JD) SQL Server 2016 or later Required 8 Years Windows Server Administration experience (see sub-bullets in JD) Required 6 Years Certifications Required 24hr Support Required State Government experience Required
GenTax Software Application architecture and application maintenance Desired