Database Administrator

				Overview:

GDC IT Solutions is currently seeking a Database Administrator to support the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) in a hybrid capacity, with a minimum of 1 day per week onsite in Harrisburg, PA. This is a 6-month contract-to-hire position offering the opportunity to work on mission-critical database systems in both cloud and on-prem environments. Candidates must be Pennsylvania residents and able to participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation.

Responsibilities:

* Maintain and manage database structure, backups, recovery processes, replication, and performance tuning.

* Support full lifecycle of databases including analysis, logical and physical design, implementation, and monitoring.

* Troubleshoot root causes of database issues and develop effective solutions or workarounds.

* Monitor activity and file usage; implement proactive database monitoring procedures to ensure uptime and performance.

* Collaborate with internal IT teams, business units, and third-party vendors to define requirements and install databases.

* Install and upgrade database software to ensure optimal performance and compatibility.

* Serve as Database Administrator for projects of varying complexity, providing technical guidance and hands-on support.

* Participate in infrastructure planning, configuration changes, and upgrades.

* Ensure database development aligns with data strategies, standards, and security policies.

* Test systems and databases for compliance with standards and functional specifications.

* Participate in a 24x7x365 on-call rotation and maintain reliable home internet for remote response.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

* 2-5 years of hands-on experience supporting Microsoft SQL Server and PostgreSQL.

* Proficiency in database performance tuning, monitoring, and backup/recovery strategies.

* Intermediate experience in physical data modeling and database design principles.

* Solid understanding of database management systems (DBMS) and troubleshooting methodologies.

* Effective communication skills for working across technical and non-technical teams.

* Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks or projects simultaneously.

* Competency in analyzing moderately complex information and proposing viable solutions.
			

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