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Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG)Senior Database Administrator
Syms Strategic Group, LLC is hiring a Senior Database Administrator to work on the Veterans Affairs department account in a full-time, 100% remote capacity within the…
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Syms Strategic Group, LLC is hiring a Senior Database Administrator to work on the Veterans Affairs department account in a full-time, 100% remote capacity within the United States, excluding candidates from CA, CO, IL, MN, NJ, NY, OR, and WA. This W-2 position offers a salary between USD 76,217 and 81,000 per year. Military veterans are strongly encouraged to apply for this opportunity. The person in this role will install,…
Job Description
Syms Strategic Group, LLC is hiring a Senior Database Administrator to work on the Veterans Affairs department account in a full-time, 100% remote capacity within the United States, excluding candidates from CA, CO, IL, MN, NJ, NY, OR, and WA. This W-2 position offers a salary between USD 76,217 and 81,000 per year. Military veterans are strongly encouraged to apply for this opportunity.
The person in this role will install, configure, upgrade, and maintain database management systems, handling performance tuning, security policies, user access, and disaster recovery planning. Daily responsibilities involve collaborating with application developers and IT personnel, creating database objects, maintaining documentation, and ensuring that databases meet industry regulations and standards.
The role suits experienced database professionals who possess substantial background working with Oracle and SQL Server systems, as well as electronic data interchange standards or healthcare payer environments.
Responsibilities
- Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain database management systems
- Create and manage database objects such as tables, indexes, views, and stored procedures
- Analyze and optimize database performance through query optimization and index management
- Develop, implement, and test backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies
- Enforce database security policies, manage user permissions, and handle authentication and encryption
- Monitor database systems for errors, performance issues, and anomalies using monitoring tools
- Perform routine maintenance tasks including database patches and updates
- Collaborate with application developers and system administrators to resolve technical issues
- Maintain complete documentation of database configurations, operational manuals, and processes
Requirements
- Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in database administration, with focus on Oracle and SQL Server
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Must possess or be able to qualify for a Public Trust (MBI) security clearance
- Proficiency in database architecture, design, performance tuning, and backup and recovery
- Expertise in PL/SQL programming and writing complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and triggers
- Familiarity with database security best practices including user authentication, authorization, and encryption
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
- Microsoft Certified Azure Database Administrator Associate certification
- Oracle Certified Professional credential
- Amazon Web Services Certified Database Specialty certification
- Edifecs certification and deep hands-on Edifecs experience in Electronic Data Interchange X.12 transactions
- Knowledge of HIPAA compliance requirements in cloud data architecture
- Background working with healthcare payer or PBM systems, clearinghouses, or pharmacy operations
Core Skills
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this position remote?
Yes, this is a 100% U.S.-based remote position, though applicants residing in CA, CO, IL, MN, NJ, NY, OR, or WA will not be considered.
What is the salary range for the Senior Database Administrator role?
The annual salary for this position ranges from USD 76,217 to 81,000.
What security clearance is required?
Candidates must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI) security clearance and hold U.S. citizenship.
What level of experience is needed to apply?
Applicants must have at least 8 years of professional database administration experience, with a focus on Oracle and SQL Server.
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