Database Administrator

Tammy Boyko and Carlan Wilbon are seeking an experienced Database Administrator for an exciting remote long-term contract opportunity with our Government client based in Winnipeg. This position begins with a 6-month term, with an expected total duration of 24 months. This is your opportunity to make a significant impact in the public sector while advancing your career. Apply now to join a dynamic team and contribute to exciting and meaningful projects! The Database Administrator will provide support in database capacity planning, installation, configuration, design, migration, performance monitoring, security, and troubleshooting, as well as backup and data recovery. Benefits & Perks Immediate long term role as a remote Database Administrator Potential to extend Responsibilities Monitors, troubleshoots and optimizes database performance Identifies and manages database bottlenecks Create, maintain and run scripts based on requirements Respond to incidents and problems Administers patches according to Vulnerability Management Standards Perform database backups and recovery Performs database capacity planning Tests and analyzes database performance Creates database installations on servers Oversees database operations Designs and implements database software, maintenance and support requirements Designs and develops interoperability testing of many component products Creates and maintains solution documentation Ensures consistent use of integration of application middleware components and database architecture Other duties as assigned Qualifications Post secondary certificate, diploma or degree in computer science or related field. A suitable combination of education and experience may be considered. Minimum of five (5) years of experience creating and administrating complex databases in an enterprise environment. Significant work experience in the technology field as a Database Administrator. Strong technical proficiency, troubleshooting skills and operational knowledge of hosting technology in a corporate data center environment Extensive experience and operational knowledge of hosting technology in a corporate data centre environment. Experience with RDBMS performance monitoring and tuning: closely monitoring performance; identifying problems and implementing solutions; while ensuring the database is running at optimum speed and efficiency. Experience applying tools, techniques and processes related to change management, configuration management, capacity management and availability management. Experience working with Windows and/or Linux operating systems. Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly present complex issues to internal and external stakeholders. Strong analytical or problem solving skills. Experience working with the following RDBMS': Microsoft MS SQL Server and Sybase ASE Ability to provide data migration support and data migration effort for complex multi-location sites Ability to adapt to change in dynamically evolving situations Ability to work in a team environment Excellent customer service skills Experience with T-SQL and MS RDBMS with experience in DB Triggers, Views and Stored Procedure Programming and database optimization Excellent communication, collaboration, organizational and problem solving skills Experience with MS SQL server and SAP Sybase ASE Criminal record check is required David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.