Senior Database Adminstrator (IGEN)

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Leverage SQL Server for logging, monitoring, and performance analysis to enhance visibility.
• Implement features and enforce database security policies, access controls, and audit trails.
• Administer and maintain SQL Server databases across on-premises and Azure environments.
• Optimize database queries, indexes, and stored procedures to support application efficiency.
• Mentor team members, helping establish and enforce best practices across DB environments.
• Support the data layer for legacy WinForms applications, maintaining accuracy and availability.
• Document procedures, configurations, and troubleshooting to support operational continuity.
• Design and implement backup, recovery, and high-availability strategies for critical systems.
• Collaborate with development teams and subject matter experts to update and configure.
• Participate in sprints and scoping to translate requirements and implement functionality.
• Contribute to schema design, change control processes, and release planning activities.

Additional Job Responsibilities:

• Live our values of High Performance, Caring Relationships, Strategic Foresight, and Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Find A Better Way by championing continuous improvement and quality control efforts to identify opportunities to innovate and improve efficiency, accuracy, and standardization
• Continuously learn and develop self professionally
• Support corporate efforts for safety, government compliance, and all other company policies & procedures
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned

Required:

• 8+ years of hands-on experience as a SQL Server DBA in production environments.
• Expertise in T-SQL, performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies.
• Experience managing SQL Server in hybrid infrastructure (on-prem and cloud) at scale.
• Proficient with SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), SQL Profiler, and Activity Monitor.
• Familiarity with version controls, deployment planning, and schema versioning practices.
• Knowledge of security best practices, including role-based access control and encryption.
• Solid understanding of database backup/restoration, replication, and disaster recovery.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with high standards and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with PowerShell scripting and automation of recurring administrative tasks.

Preferred:

• Experience supporting compliance frameworks such as SOC 2 or HIPAA.
• Experience with Azure SQL, VM-hosted SQL Server, and cloud migration strategies.
• Exposure to .NET-based applications (especially WinForms) and interactions with SQL Server.
• Familiarity with Windows Server, PowerShell , Active Directory, RDS/RDP, and/or Microsoft IIS.

DIVISION:

U.S. Venture requires that a team member have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, U.S. Venture does not sponsor candidates for nonimmigrant visas or permanent residencyunless based on business need.

U.S. Venture will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed recruitment Master Service Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without an agreement, U.S. Venture shall reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, shall be deemed the property of U.S. Venture.

U.S. Venture, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call Human Resources at (920) 739-6101.