Database Administrator
Job Description:
- On site
- Houston, Texas
- Marketing
Key Responsibilities
Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain database software.
Monitor database performance and implement changes to improve efficiency.
Ensure data integrity, availability, and security across all database environments.
Develop and maintain database backup and recovery strategies.
Design and implement database structures, schemas, tables, and dictionaries.
Perform regular tests and evaluations to ensure data security, privacy, and integrity.
Collaborate with developers and system administrators to support business applications.
Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues in a timely manner.
Qualifications / Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Proven experience as a Database Administrator or similar role.
- Hands-on experience with database platforms such as Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, or PostgreSQL.
- Strong understanding of database structures, theories, principles, and practices.
- Experience with performance tuning and optimization (PTO), backups, restores, and recovery models.
- Proficiency in SQL and database scripting.
- Knowledge of data security and compliance standards.
Preferred Skills:
Experience with cloud-based databases (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL).
Familiarity with database automation tools and DevOps practices.
Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) are a plus.
