Database Administrator III

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The Database Administrator III is responsible for managing and optimizing the performance of assigned database systems. This includes daily management and administration, and support for business continuity of the servers. This position will also responsible for mentoring and guiding less experienced Database Administrators.

• Provides day-to-day management and implementation of the Bank’s database environment including administration, backup and recovery activities, and change control.
• Processes service tickets; troubleshoots system issues, resolves database related incidents and completes maintenance requests.
• Configures, tests, installs, and migrates new instances and databases in lab and production environments.
• Monitors and analyzes performance including capacity planning, system checks and audits; makes recommendations for improvements and completes requests for additional resources and support as needed.
• Serves as a resource for the audit and security departments when needed.

• Solid understanding of database administration, management, and related files and data to production events and outcomes.
• Solid understanding of Microsoft database replication technologies.
• Strong technology and troubleshooting skills with working knowledge of a broad range of related software such as Microsoft SQL Server, Powershell, Azure (Automation, migration, Managed Instances) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills, with the ability to effectively identify and translate business user needs, and to convey complex technical information in a clear and concise manner.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage timelines and prioritize workload in a high-pressure, results-oriented environment, utilizing Agile and Dev Ops.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently while supporting a team environment.
• Flexibility to provide after-hours and weekend support on occasion to support business needs.
• Resourceful and highly adept at problem identification and incident resolution using experience and developed analytical skills.
• Possesses general systems architecture and engineering skills.
• Possesses strong attention to detail and concern for data accuracy.
• Ability to quickly comprehend complex technical and logical concepts and master new programs and systems including but not limited to Service Now, Sentry One, Rubrik and Oracle.

• Job Category:
  Technology Services
• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  Texas, The Woodlands
• Schedule:
  
  Full-time
• Work Locations: TX – Operations Center-0100
• Unposting Date:
  Ongoing
• Organization:
  Texas – Houston

• 5 or more years administrating or supporting Azure MI (Azure SQL Managed Instance, i.e. PaaS (Platform as a Service) and Microsoft SQL Server, as well as other database platforms (Oracle), with coding experience.
• Financial services or banking industry experience preferred.

• Associate’s degree in technology, business, or related field.
• Industry recognized system administration or development certification preferred.

• Full-Time

• None.

• 0% – negligible amount of travel expected.

• Conditions involve lifting no more than ten pounds, sitting most of the time, but may involve walking, moving, or standing for brief periods, and occasionally lifting and carrying articles like files, ledgers, folders, etc.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Nothing herein restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Woodforest is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability and Veterans.