The Sr. SQL Server Database Administrator is responsible for NICHD’s growing Microsoft SQL Server environment - currently 21 Windows SQL Server VM servers on-prem and in Azure - supporting SharePoint and other COTS applications in clustered and standalone configurations, with Transparent Data Encryption protecting all environments including public-facing data., * Administer SQL Server databases in standalone and clustered architecture, on Windows, on-prem and in cloud environments.

• Perform backup/recovery, configure failover clustering, and set up and monitor scheduled jobs.
• Write and tune T-SQL; perform performance tuning and troubleshooting.
• Support SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), Integration Services (SSIS), and Analysis Services (SSAS) as needed.
• Upgrade databases to current Microsoft Service Pack/version levels to maintain security posture and vendor support.
• Coordinate database-related release support with application and infrastructure teams (e.g., COTS-to-database connectivity, vulnerability remediation).
• Maintain accounts, roles, and privileges; support daily database health checks across the environment.
• Author and maintain Standard Operating Procedures for installation, configuration, upgrade, and troubleshooting, per the HHS EPLC framework.

• More than 5 years of experience conducting SQL Server database administration.
• Extensive experience administering SQL Server databases in standalone and clustered architecture on Windows, on-prem and in cloud environments.
• Extensive experience with SQL Server backup/recovery, failover cluster configuration, and job scheduling/monitoring.
• Strong T-SQL, performance tuning, and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with SQL Server Reporting Services, Integration Services, and Analysis Services.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SQL Server 2016/2019/2022 and MySQL on Ubuntu.

WHYPBG

Pulled from the full job description

• AD&D insurance
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program, * 401K Retirement Plan
• Medical Plan options with significant financial investments from PBG
• Prescription benefit plan
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short term / Long-term disability
• Supplemental group life and AD&D options
• Yearly Bonuses
• Generous Paid Time Off / Paid Holidays
• Career/Professional Development Program
• Spot Bonus Program

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