Microsoft SQL Administrator/Systems Engineer

Description

Job Title: Microsoft SQL Administrator/Systems Engineer

Department:Information Technology

Reports To: Senior IT Manager

Location: Vernon Hills, IL

Status: Full-time, Direct Hire

Position Summary:

Are you skilled at analyzing complex systems for efficiencies? The SQL Database Administrator/Systems Engineer is responsible for the hands-on administration, tuning, and support of our Microsoft SQL database systems and other in-production databases. This is a full-time, direct hire (W2) position. The role involves implementing applications that interface with core system of record, managing cross-platform file transfers, security, and ensuring smooth communication between IT and data management groups. Occasional travel and evening/weekend hours will be required to support operations when needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor, support, and enhance productivity for in-house Databases running on Microsoft platforms.
• Design, plan and implement enterprise-wide system solutions in a Microsoft Windows Server and VMware environment.
• Perform system and database upgrades and conversions as necessary.
• Manage database history files to support application development and testing.
• Participate in system conversion activities using Veeam backup/restore and file transfer platforms.
• Install, configure, and manage multiple instances of Microsoft SQL Server
• Work closely with developers and engineers to improve application performance and solve database-related issues
• Perform regular database audits to identify any irregularities or potential security breaches
• Train and support database users and developers, and provide technical support for SQL Server database environments
• Administer interface products on multiple operating system platforms.
• Develop and implement database security policies to protect sensitive data
• Integrate and update systems in Development and Test environments.
• Troubleshoot issues related to business applications, hardware, and software solutions.
• Assist data management group with performance analysis, security, monitoring, and upgrades of Microsoft and VMware environments.
• Contribute to disaster recovery/business continuity planning and testing with replicated production data.
• Assist with server, storage provisioning and administration.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, or 4+ years of experience as a Database Administrator.
• Broad system administration background with strong Microsoft and VMWare skills; familiarity with Windows environments.
• Proficiency in TCP-IP, DNS, and networking, including knowledge of SSH certificates, encryption protocols (GPG, PGP, FIPS 140-2, AES), and file transfer protocols (SFTP, SCP, FTPS, AS2, HTTPS, RSYNC).
• Proven project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with client/server technology, preferably in a Microsoft and VMWare environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year