Database Administrator I

$60,000 - $85,000/Yr

Corning Federal Credit Union - Myrtle Beach, SC

posted 3 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Remote - Myrtle Beach, SC
10,001+ employees
Credit Intermediation and Related Activities

About the position

Corning Credit Union (CCU) is seeking a Database Administrator I to join our IT Infrastructure Team. This role is crucial in providing oversight and assurance of the enterprise data processing environments' performance, integrity, and system stability. The Database Administrator will be responsible for managing systems owned by CCU as well as third-party connections and cloud-based applications. The position involves supporting CCU's data processing environment, which includes implementing tactical solutions, ongoing maintenance, strategic planning, and compliance driven by regulators, corporate leadership, and financial industry requirements. The Database Administrator will ensure that all database platforms remain stable and secure through regular validation of server configurations and monitoring. This role requires collaboration with the infrastructure team to perform testing for Business Continuity (BC) and recommending new technologies to enhance stability, functionality, and security. The administrator will also perform data migrations and assist with platform installation and upgrades, ensuring that the database environment stays up to date with required service packs, hotfixes, and security updates. In addition, the Database Administrator will work cross-functionally with various operational teams to address performance or stability issues within the systems. Proactive engagement with team members and business stakeholders is essential to provide recommendations and findings from root cause analyses. The role also includes maintaining data integrity, advising and implementing system and data retention policies, and interacting with vendors and third-party providers to ensure timely actions. The Database Administrator may lead small to moderate projects with minimal oversight, sharing knowledge and providing guidance to team members.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure all database platforms remain stable and secure through regular validation of server configurations and monitoring.
  • Collaborate with the infrastructure team to perform testing for Business Continuity (BC).
  • Recommend new technologies to enhance stability, functionality, and security.
  • Perform data migrations and assist with platform installation and upgrades.
  • Ensure the database environment stays up to date with required service packs, hotfixes, and security updates.
  • Work cross-functionally with various operational teams to address performance or stability issues within the systems.
  • Proactively engage with team members and business stakeholders to provide recommendations and findings from root cause analyses.
  • Maintain data integrity, including limiting data duplication and preventing corruption of data sets.
  • Advise and implement system and data retention policies to optimize resources and application processing.
  • Assist in developing and maintaining the department's strategic plan and action items.
  • Interact with vendors, contractors, and third-party providers to ensure timely actions.
  • Share knowledge and provide guidance to team members.
  • May lead small to moderate projects with minimal oversight.

Requirements

  • Expertise in managing SQL Server databases including installation, configuration, backup, and disaster recovery.
  • Proficient in writing and optimizing T-SQL queries to support crucial efficient database operations.
  • Experience in securing SQL Server instances, managing user access, and implementing security best practices.
  • Skilled at performance tuning including optimizing queries, indexing, and server configurations to ensure smooth database performance.
  • Possesses strong understanding of how SQL Server integrates with other systems and applications.
  • Self-starter that demonstrates initiative and ability to work independently with minimal direction and proven project leadership abilities.
  • Possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze incidents, identify root causes, and implement solutions.
  • Maintains up-to-date knowledge of new tools, features, and best practices.
  • Displays strong initiative and leadership abilities in order to manage projects effectively.
  • Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills and effectively relays information to all levels of the organization.
  • Manages multiple tasks and priorities and possesses excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Works closely with developers, system administrators, and business users to effectively collaborate and build strong relationships.
  • Effectively manages stress and priorities in a constantly changing environment; embraces the need to provide exceptional service and can easily shift focus to accommodate urgent business/member needs.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with cloud-based database solutions.
  • Familiarity with database monitoring tools and performance tuning software.
  • Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and practices.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary and annual bonus plan.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, and retirement plans.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
  • Flexible work options including remote work opportunities.
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