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Brown & Brown is an independent insurance intermediary that through its licensed subsidiaries provides a variety of insurance and reinsurance products and services to corporate, public entity, institutional, trade, professional, association, and individual clients. Headquartered in Daytona Beach, Florida, offices are located across the United States, with products and services offered through four major business divisions. We are listed on the NYSE at BRO. Our drive to be the best has made Brown & Brown one of the largest and most respected independent insurance intermediaries in the nation, with over 75 years of continuous service. The Company is ranked as the sixth-largest such organization in the United States and seventh in the World by Business Insurance magazine.
SQL Server DBA will provide internal support for technology used by the organization to enhance technology services for our internal users. In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to ensuring that application business needs and performance requirements are met. The role requires technical skills across a breadth of technologies. Interaction with both user communities and the technical community is required.
Responsibilities:
Collaboration with developers, system administrators, and other IT professionals to ensure the database meets organizational needs.
Install and configure SQL database systems.
Create and modify database objects, including tables, views, functions, and stored procedures.
Implement and maintain regular database backups.
Develop and test disaster recovery plans.
Monitor database performance and identify bottlenecks.
Optimize SQL queries and database configurations for improved efficiency.
Implement database security measures to protect sensitive data.
Manage user access and permissions, ensuring data confidentiality.
Apply software patches and updates to maintain system stability.
Perform routine database maintenance tasks, such as index optimization and data purging.
Scale database systems as needed to accommodate growth.
Set up monitoring tools to proactively detect and resolve database issues.
Maintain documentation of database configurations, processes, procedures, & schema diagrams.
Provide technical support and guidance to colleagues as needed.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve database-related issues.
The ability to adapt to new technologies and keep up with industry trends and best practices.
Efficiently manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet deadlines.
Work within a DevOps environment or similar environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required:
A bachelor's degree in computer science or information technology
4+ years of experience as a Database Administrator
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products including Visio
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server, including various versions such as SQL Server and Azure SQL Database.
Familiarity with Microsoft Azure services related to SQL databases, such as Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, Data Bricks, Azure Blob Storage, and Azure Data Factory.
Understanding of database design principles, normalization, denormalization, and SQL Query Plan Optimization.
Proficiency in query optimization, indexing, and performance tuning to ensure optimal database performance.
Strong knowledge of T-SQL for automating database tasks and maintenance.
Knowledge of database backup and recovery strategies, with Transparent Data Encryption (TDE), including both on-premises and Azure-based solutions.
Understanding of database security best practices, including role-based access control, encryption, and auditing
Ability to work independently, with limited required direction and guidance.
Preferred:
Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
Microsoft Certified: Data Administrator Associate
Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
What we offer:
Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
Competitive pay based on experience.
Discretionary Time Off (DTO)
Generous benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Assistance
Mental Health Resources
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We take pride in the diversity of our team and seek diversity in our applicants.
Brown & Brown Insurance Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings are broad, spanning medical/Rx, dental, vision, life, disability, and added programs alongside Lyra access with up to eight no‑cost coaching or therapy sessions for teammates and covered dependents. Breadth extends to fertility/adoption solutions, second‑opinion services, diabetes care, and Medicare advocacy.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) program includes an employer match up to 4% (100% of the first 3% plus 50% of the next 2%) with immediate vesting. Savings support is positioned as a core element of the total‑rewards package.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan is available, and the company emphasizes an ownership mindset with a large share of teammates as shareholders. This creates accessible equity participation alongside retirement savings.
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Brown & Brown Insurance provides risk management solutions to help protect what our customers value most. Our four business segments offer insurance products and services to businesses and individuals. Our culture is built on integrity, innovation, superior capabilities, and discipline. We view insurance differently and use our experience, carrier relationships, and principled customer focus to deliver first-class service and solutions. Becoming a Brown & Brown teammate introduces you to a career with virtually unlimited possibilities. We think of ourselves as a team, so we have teammates—not employees. We strive to attract people who are competitive, driven, and disciplined. Our unique company culture of meritocracy rewards self-starters and those committed to doing what is best for our customers. We are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work ®. Brown & Brown has demonstrated a Culture of Caring through dedication to the people and communities we serve. With more than 11,000 teammates in over 300 locations across the US, Canada, Ireland, the UK, Bermuda, and the Cayman Islands, we actively support numerous organizations in the local communities in which we live, work, and play. With a long-standing history of proven success, Brown & Brown is one of the insurance industry’s most powerful and influential leaders, ranked as the fifth-largest brokerage in the US and sixth in the world. You can find us on the NYSE as BRO.
