Database Administrator

Database Administrator 5

Remote or On-site: Candidates MUST be local within a commutable distance to be considered. Manager is not interested in candidates who need to relocate to accept offer. Will need to be onsite starting day 1 for hybrid work schedule which is in-office 2 days a week. NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION.

The Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) supports the business operations of state agencies through a variety of services, including Information Technology project delivery, maintenance, and support. This position is with Agency Services for MDOC and Assists in the design, development, delivery, and support of Information Technology (IT) solutions to the Client Agency.

We are looking for a team-oriented person with a deep understanding of database administration (SQL Server and Sybase) to help support MDOC. Above all we are looking for someone that is passionate about public service, building positive team culture, innovative, and adheres to industry best practices. This individual must be able to troubleshoot under difficult circumstances, lead highly complex projects, implement new policies and procedures, and maintain a good rapport with agency staff at all levels.

The Database Administrator Specialist takes on the role of assisting with database structure and design, implementing, and maintaining the database environment, participating in enterprise efforts as needed, and ensuring compliance with security and integrity needs across the database environment.

• Assist in data architecture and database design.
• Install, configure, and upgrade Microsoft SQL software.
• Database Security & Integrity
  • Follow, implement, and maintain DTMB Security Practices, Policies, and Procedures.
  • Maintain awareness of industry best practices.
  • Innovate to provide customers with appropriately secured data environments.
  • Ensure appropriate Access and Availability.
  • Proactively monitor and ensure all database servers are current in all patches and security updates.
• Database backups and restores.
• SQL scripting
• Shell scripting
• PowerShell scripting
• Database performance optimization/tuning
• Application/solution incident response SME
• Provide audit responses.

So, if you are a self-motivated person with a proven track record who wants a challenge and to work in a high paced and team-oriented environment, we are really interested in hearing from you.

This person should embrace diversity and the DTMB commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. To be successful in this position, the individual will need to demonstrate a good work ethic, integrity, a positive attitude, and the ability to embrace new challenges.