Senior SQL Database Administrator

Iron Mountain

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About The Position

Iron Mountain is seeking an experienced Senior SQL Database Administrator to join our Database Administration team. In this role, you will be responsible for the planning, administration, and day-to-day maintenance of technical and operational activities associated with database systems to ensure high-level environment support and availability. You will join a specialized team of professionals who report to the Database Administration Manager and serve as high-level problem-solvers for application development staff.

Requirements

• At least five to seven years of in-depth experience in the design, administration, and support of Microsoft (SQL) Server database systems.
• Strong knowledge of server-side development (triggers and stored procedures), SQL Always On Technology, Window Server Clusters, SSRS, SSIS and cross-platform networking in a Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) environment.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot production database issues, perform capacity planning, and manage client expectations in high-pressure, complex environments.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline is required for this role.
• Three-year United States residency requirement.
• Clearance issued to United States citizens or Legal Permanent Residents.
• Must pass a criminal verification and a credit check focusing on federal debt or unfiled tax returns.
• Male candidates must be registered for the Selective Service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design, installation, and upgrade of Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS) while performing performance monitoring and tuning to ensure optimal speed, efficiency, and availability.
• Partner with application developers, systems programmers, and analysts to create database schemas, estimate capacities, and resolve complex client problems.
• Lead backup and disaster recovery implementations while adhering to strict security and change management policies to ensure systems compliance and data recoverability.
• Shares rotational 24-hour operational on-call and emergency coverage responsibilities.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with your experience.
• Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement plans to support your long-term well-being.
• Paid time off and holidays to ensure you have time to recharge.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth through conferences and industry trade groups.
• Flexible work options to support a healthy work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior