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SQL Database Administrator (AKL/WLG Hybrid)
| Location: | Wellington |
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| Discipline: | IT |
| Job Type: | Permanent |
| Date Posted: | 03/03/2022 |
| Reference: | BH-280 |
The Company
Our client is a multinational ICT company that services customers in more than 180 countries. Trusted by its customers to improve their businesses, from BAU to multi-cloud and cybersecurity to digital transformation. A global organisation with well over 100,000 valued employees and a full range of technology solutions. Using their experience and the power of ICT to shape the future for their own business and clients alike.
The role
Every day, we create an estimated 2.5 quintillion (that’s a 1 with 18 zeros, just FYI) bytes of data, and this amount is accelerating at an exponential rate. More data has been collected in the past two years than in the entire human history. We need gatekeepers and maintainers for all these treasure chests of information. Enter the professional DBA.
Upper Echelon are looking for an experienced SQL Database Administrator on behalf of our client to join a small and supportive, Hosting and Cloud team. Working with 6 different clients, your role will be -
All while maximising customer satisfaction by providing ongoing support to ensure smooth and efficient operations and staying aware of customer trends and developments. Keep up to date with the latest product, services and industry knowledge.
When presented with a problem, especially one you have not encountered before, the ability to think through the possible causes and then eliminate or follow them logically to the end is absolutely crucial.
The person
You’ll have strong communication and customer service skills. Take ownership and work autonomously, with the support of your team. You’ll have strong analytical and keen problem-solving skills. Technically, you’ll be experienced in and have an understanding of:
Vax Policy
Our client complies with government legislation in various jurisdictions which in certain circumstances may impose a requirement that certain workers be vaccinated against COVID-19 (or otherwise have a valid exemption). Also, for client facing roles, many of our customers require our staff to be vaccinated to attend their workplaces. For client facing roles, many customers require staff to be vaccinated to attend their workplaces. Based on this, our client has introduced a Vaccination Requirements policy which requires all new starters to be vaccinated against COVID-19 or the subject of an appropriate exemption (and to provide evidence of the same).
How to apply
Apply now by hitting the APPLY button or contact Kizzy Sullivan on 021 090 13848 or Richard Alexander on 021 222 2082 with any questions
Please only apply if you are currently in New Zealand and have the legal right to work.
Our client is a multinational ICT company that services customers in more than 180 countries. Trusted by its customers to improve their businesses, from BAU to multi-cloud and cybersecurity to digital transformation. A global organisation with well over 100,000 valued employees and a full range of technology solutions. Using their experience and the power of ICT to shape the future for their own business and clients alike.
The role
Every day, we create an estimated 2.5 quintillion (that’s a 1 with 18 zeros, just FYI) bytes of data, and this amount is accelerating at an exponential rate. More data has been collected in the past two years than in the entire human history. We need gatekeepers and maintainers for all these treasure chests of information. Enter the professional DBA.
Upper Echelon are looking for an experienced SQL Database Administrator on behalf of our client to join a small and supportive, Hosting and Cloud team. Working with 6 different clients, your role will be -
- Planning, installing and enhancing SQL Server instances and related software
- Designing and operating high availability solutions for SQL Server
- Performing scheduled processes including backup and recovery, archiving and storage, automation tasks and script development and scheduled and batch job management
- Support key delivery processes and service level management including service desk, incident, problem, change and release management and security management
- Produce accurate, concise internal and customer reports
All while maximising customer satisfaction by providing ongoing support to ensure smooth and efficient operations and staying aware of customer trends and developments. Keep up to date with the latest product, services and industry knowledge.
When presented with a problem, especially one you have not encountered before, the ability to think through the possible causes and then eliminate or follow them logically to the end is absolutely crucial.
The person
You’ll have strong communication and customer service skills. Take ownership and work autonomously, with the support of your team. You’ll have strong analytical and keen problem-solving skills. Technically, you’ll be experienced in and have an understanding of:
- SQL Server Components (SSRS, SSIS and SSAS)
- sing Enterprise class Service Desk and Operational Management tools and processes to deliver IT support services
- Windows Operating Systems and Azure Platform
- Production support experience in a complex, 24X7 database environment managing SQL Server versions 2008 to 2019
- High availability technology (clustering / mirroring / replication / log shipping / automated failover, AlwaysOn)
- Database Disaster Recovery strategy, planning and execution
- Remote Database Management Practices
- Database Maintenance using Productivity Tools / Establishing Automation
- Active Directory and/or related security and access control tools for Databases
- In-depth experience with troubleshooting SQL Server performance problems
- ITIL Service Delivery and Service Management to foundation level
Vax Policy
Our client complies with government legislation in various jurisdictions which in certain circumstances may impose a requirement that certain workers be vaccinated against COVID-19 (or otherwise have a valid exemption). Also, for client facing roles, many of our customers require our staff to be vaccinated to attend their workplaces. For client facing roles, many customers require staff to be vaccinated to attend their workplaces. Based on this, our client has introduced a Vaccination Requirements policy which requires all new starters to be vaccinated against COVID-19 or the subject of an appropriate exemption (and to provide evidence of the same).
How to apply
Apply now by hitting the APPLY button or contact Kizzy Sullivan on 021 090 13848 or Richard Alexander on 021 222 2082 with any questions
Please only apply if you are currently in New Zealand and have the legal right to work.