SQL Database Administrator

Company Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond The Richmond Fed is the proud home of the Federal Reserve’s National IT organization—a nationwide team delivering technology solutions and support across the Federal Reserve System. Many National IT employees are located in Richmond, while others are based across the U.S. at other Federal locations. When you join our team, you’ll become part of a culture that welcomes differences, cares about our communities, and empowers each other to lead from where we are to make things better. Bring your passion and we’ll provide challenging and purposeful careers in a variety of fields, opportunities to grow and a wide range of benefits and perks that support your health and wealth. It’s all part of what makes #MyRichmondFed a great place to work! About the Opportunity For this position, you will be providing high-level day-to-day operational support services for the Federal Reserve’s on-prem environment which supports mission critical systems and databases. Database Administrators provide operational production support in an environment where change control, incident management, and compliance policies and procedures are enforced. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate the ability to understand complex application flows that include middleware, operating systems, and databases while performing troubleshooting and analysis. Database Administrators act as key technical resources for the multitude of applications that reside in our on-prem environment and will assist with the implementation of code deployments, upgrades, and infrastructure components. The successful candidate would be required to demonstrate strong SQL database administration knowledge, enhanced customer service / communication skills, and the ability to work independently. and the willingness to accept new technical challenges. While you will get guidance from peers it will be encouraged to show the ability to work independently and showing the willingness to accept new technical challenges. What You Will Do: Provides high level technical support, database problem management, change management and maintenance on systems. Performs problem analysis for complex configurations of critical databases. Performs complex installation, configuration, customization and tuning. Provides input on answers to technical questions and problems while adhering to standards and procedures. Assists in strategic planning and database architecture and design. Makes recommendations on functional and business requirements. Participates in project activities and provides technical assistance for assigned projects. Performs other related duties as assigned. Have the ability to adapt to our culture and learn the way we manage and support our systems. Monitor production data processes, performance, and database capacity issues. Provide support in database design and application development. Administer and monitor database security. Implement and maintain DBA policies, procedures/manuals. Participate in regular patching events. Support contingency tests and site rotation. Assist in ad hoc projects, assignments, and responsibilities as necessary. Provide on-call and weekend support on a rotational basis. Qualifications: 3 years of experience of database administration and troubleshooting. Intermediate knowledge and work experience installing and configuring Relational Database Management System (RDBMS) Strong working knowledge database monitoring and tuning Significant experience leading database upgrades and patching Intermediate knowledge of backup and recovery mechanisms Detailed knowledge and work experience in database security Intermediate knowledge and work experience with database design Strong knowledge of SQL and ability to troubleshoot Strong knowledge in various Operating Systems, networking, and storage Demonstrated leadership in enhancing database practices and procedures Must be self-motivated, able to work independently and highly responsible to time critical issues. Strong communication and customer service skills. Discover the Reason Why So Many People Love It Here! When you join Federal Reserve’s National IT organization, not only will you find a challenging and purposeful career, you’ll also have access to a wide range of benefits and perks that support your health and wealth, including: Great medical benefits Pension and 401(k) with employer match Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Employee resource networks Paid volunteer leave Flexible work options Onsite amenities that make working here fun! Other Requirements and Considerations: A requirement of this position is that the employee must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19; individuals who are unable to be vaccinated due to a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief may request an accommodation from the Bank. Candidates should review the Bank’s Employee Code of Conduct to ensure compliance with conflict of interest rules and personal investment restrictions. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please notify rrich.recruitment@rich.frb.org. Sponsorship is not available for this role. The selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility for this specific position requires U.S. Citizenship or three or more years of Permanent Resident (Green Card) status. For candidates outside Richmond, VA, listed hiring and salary ranges may be adjusted based on your geographic location. Salary offered will be based on the job responsibilities and the individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience as defined in the job qualifications. Full Time / Part Time Full time Regular / Temporary Regular Job Exempt (Yes / No) Yes Job Category Information Technology Work Shift First (United States of America) The Federal Reserve Banks believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success as an organization, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. 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