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Kforce Inc

SQL Database Administrator

Kforce Inc, Artesia, New Mexico, United States, 88210

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Base pay range $80,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

Responsibilities

Design, install, configure, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server databases in production, test, and development environments

Develop, implement, and monitor database policies and procedures to ensure data integrity, security, and performance

Create and maintain database objects such as tables, views, stored procedures, triggers, and functions

Perform database tuning, optimization, indexing, and query analysis to enhance application performance

Manage database backup, restore, and disaster recovery strategies in accordance with organizational policies

Monitor and troubleshoot database performance issues, connectivity errors, and replication failures

Coordinate with application developers, system administrators, and network engineers to support integration and deployment activities

Perform routine database upgrades, patching, and version migrations to maintain compliance and performance standards

Implement data security and access controls consistent with DHS and enterprise cybersecurity policies

Generate detailed reports on database health, capacity, and utilization for management and audit purposes

Provide mentorship and technical support to development and operations teams on SQL best practices

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, System Analysis, or a related field; Advanced degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and professional experience

Minimum of five (5) years of hands‑on experience designing, implementing, and administering Microsoft SQL Server databases (SQL Server 2012 or newer)

Proficiency in T‑SQL scripting, database architecture, and relational database design

Experience with SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), and SQL Server Agent

Proven ability to manage database performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies

Understanding of backup/recovery, replication, and high availability (HA/DR) configurations (Always On, Log Shipping, Mirroring, Clustering)

Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills

Benefits We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Equal Opportunity Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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