VTS3 is a Veteran owned and operated company which provides custom software services and is a full service recruiting and search firm specializing in Information Technology, Software Development, Consulting and Business Services. 

We work with both clients and candidates to place talented individuals with great organizations. We welcome all qualified candidates from all walks of life that adhere to our values. VTS3 places an emphasis on hiring other qualified Veterans because we know Veterans already come prepared to join the workforce with additional leadership skills, self-discipline, and a relentless sense of mission and adherence to high standards. It is our goal to contribute these Veteran values and skills to our non-veteran team members, and, in turn, deliver greater value for our clients. 

VTS3 seeks to build long-term relationships with our team members, so we stay engaged and we strive to help them grow professionally and achieve their personal goals.

We have a Microsoft SQL Server Database Administrator Position available in Albany, NY.  

**All Candidates Must be US Resident alien (Green Card/EAD/TN) or USCitizen.**

Responsibilities:

• Install, configure and maintain SQL Server Databases in all environments from development through production following best practices.
• Ensure appropriate recovery models and backups are in place to meet our clients’ recovery time objectives.
• Test backups and restores to ensure recovery time objectives can be met.
• Troubleshoot SQL Server outages as they occur including after hours and weekends.
• Analyze performance issues and determine the best option for remediating issues as they arise.
• Create and maintain indexes and statistics to improve performance.
• Ensure proper database security is in place for all environments.
• Plan for future state with regards to new functionality, disc space, memory, compatibility, etc.
• Maintain a high level of service by establishing and enforcing organization standards.
• Create and maintain an enterprise data dictionary.
• Work with key stakeholders on a disaster recovery plan by determining and implementing an appropriate solution for database fail-over to DR site.
• Assist with creating, modifying and maintaining enterprise reports.
• Work with Developers and System Administrators to understand and automate routine tasks.
• Create and maintain jobs to refresh environments on a regular schedule or ad-hoc basis.
• Identify ways to improve the process to prevent future occurrences of similar defects.
• Configure SQL Server monitoring utilities to minimize false alarms, and actively prevent outages from occurring.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, benchmarking state-of-the-art practices, and participating in professional societies
• Manage multiple assignments concurrently; meet established deadlines.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned

Mandatory Qualifications:

Note: Candidates who do not have the mandatory skills will not be considered

• 5-7 years’ relevant work experience as a DBA 
• Certificates from recognized programs that indicate mastery of tools and techniques relevant to the assignment may substitute for up to six months of experience.
• A strong technical knowledge of enterprise database systems (Microsoft SQL Server 2012 preferred).
• A strong technical knowledge of NetApp (or other SAN) storage.
• A strong technical knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server 2008+, Active Directory, Windows networking.
• Experience in Windows and Database Automation.
• Must provide a copy of your university diploma(s) and all professional certifications listed on your resume. The university(s) diploma(s) must show the name of the university and location, (city/state/country/etc.). Both, the diploma(s) and certificate(s) must also show dates of completion or graduation. **Applications missing copies of diplomas and certificates will not be considered**

$500 Referral Fee Program

Earn extra cash while helping your friends!

VTS3 will pay you up to $500.00 for each person you refer to us and we place into a contract or full-time position. If you know someone who's a good candidate for any of our openings, use the "Refer a friend" button on this page and earn extra cash.

The rules are simple:

• The referral must be made by using  the "Refer a friend" button on this page
• The person you refer must be placed within 90 days of being referred
  
• The person you refer must complete 480 billable hours
  
• Cannot be someone we already have on our team or are currently working with
  

VTS3 ONLY works directly with candidates.
All candidates registered must be able to legally work in the United States.