Database Administrator

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Raleigh, NC, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Information Technology • Consulting
The Role
Maintains database systems across production, test, and development environments. Responsibilities include installation, configuration, upgrades, security, performance tuning, backup and disaster recovery, access management, compliance, schema support, monitoring, and troubleshooting. The DBA collaborates with developers and stakeholders to optimize database usage, ensure high availability and integrity, and protect sensitive data.
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Job Title: Database Administrator

Location: Raleigh, NC 27607 (Hybrid)

Duration: 12 Months contract

 

Client is seeking a Database Administrator (DBA) who will be responsible for installing, configuring, maintaining, and securing an organization’s database systems. This role ensures high availability, performance, integrity, and security of data across production, test, and development environments.

 

Key Responsibilities:

·         Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain database servers and application tools.

·         Establish system storage requirements and modify database structures as needed.

·         Perform regular maintenance (debugging, patching, performance tuning, reporting).

·         Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimization strategies.

·         Tune SQL queries, indexing strategy, and database parameters to improve efficiency.

·         Set up cybersecurity measures, authentication controls, and enforce security policies.

·         Manage user permissions, privileges, and audit activities to protect sensitive data.

·         Ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational data governance requirements.

·         Design and implement backup and disaster recovery strategies.

·         Ensure availability and integrity of backed-up data and support recovery operations.

·         Support database design, schema creation, and testing activities.

·         Consult with developers and stakeholders to ensure optimal database usage.

·         Implement event triggers, stored procedures, and performance alerts.

·         Monitor transaction volumes, concurrency, response times, and other performance indicators.

·         Perform housekeeping tasks such as tuning, indexing, and data cleanup.

 

Required Skills & Qualifications:

·         Hands-on experience with database management systems (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL).

·         Strong knowledge of SQL, database architecture, backup/recovery, and security best practices.

·         Experience with cloud database technologies (Azure SQL, AWS RDS, Cloud SQL).

·         Experience with performance tuning, query optimization, and capacity planning.

·         Familiarity with programming languages, APIs, and database design principles.

·         Problem-solving and analytical thinking with attention to detail.

·         Knowledge of compliance-heavy environments (healthcare, finance, government)



Skills Required

  • Hands-on experience with database management systems such as Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, or PostgreSQL.
  • Strong knowledge of SQL, database architecture, backup and recovery, and security best practices.
  • Experience with cloud database technologies, including Azure SQL, AWS RDS, or Cloud SQL.
  • Experience with performance tuning, query optimization, and capacity planning.
  • Familiarity with programming languages, APIs, and database design principles.
  • Problem-solving and analytical thinking with attention to detail.
  • Knowledge of compliance-heavy environments such as healthcare, finance, or government.
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The Company
HQ: Naperville, IL
433 Employees
Year Founded: 2004

What We Do

Established in 2004, 3Core System is a certified small minority owned business providing ERP Systems Integration, AMS, IT Consulting and Staff Augmentation Services to Fortune 1000, SMB, and State, Local and Education (SLED) customers. While our System Integration services help organizations achieve digital and cloud transformation objectives, AMS Services help increase the availability of critical services of end user applications. On the other hand, our IT Consulting Services would provide subject matter experts to help you assist with specific project needs and the Staff Augmentation services help you balance workload and achieve budget parameters. >ERP System Integration Services: 3Core Systems is an SAP Silver Partner and authorized service provider offering technical architecture, application design and configuration, integration, testing, data migration and solution adoption services for solutions including SAP SuccessFactors, SAP HCM On-Premises and SAP Business Intelligence >Application Management Services (AMS): We offer post go-live, System Health Check and Optimization, Function Enhancements, Integration Monitoring, Release, and patch services. Our AMS services span across SAP Solutions including ERP (S/4 HANA), Financial Management, Human Capital Management, Data and Analytics, Supply Chain, CRM, and Customer Experince. >IT Consulting and Staffing Augmentation Services: Ever since its inception, 3Core Systems has been offering IT Consulting and Staff Augmentation solutions including temporary, long-term, project based and contract staffing services that could be personalized based on your needs. Our staffing services span across emerging technologies and legacy solutions including but not limited to Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Cloud, ERP, CRM, BI/BW/ETL, Database, Web & E-Commerce, UI/UX, Network & Security and Mobile.

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