Database Administrator (DBA)Location: Milwaukee, WI
Position SummaryThe Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for the planning, design, implementation, administration, maintenance, security, and performance optimization of enterprise database environments. This role provides technical leadership and consulting support for database architecture, integration, tuning, backup and recovery, disaster recovery, and data management initiatives supporting mission-critical business applications.
Key Responsibilities- Design, implement, administer, and maintain enterprise database systems.
- Install, configure, upgrade, and patch database platforms and related software.
- Monitor database performance and implement tuning strategies to optimize system efficiency.
- Develop and maintain backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures.
- Ensure database security, access controls, and compliance with organizational standards.
- Perform database capacity planning and storage management.
- Support application development teams with database design and optimization activities.
- Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues affecting performance and availability.
- Develop and maintain database documentation, standards, and procedures.
- Support data migration, integration, and modernization initiatives.
Technical Expertise- Oracle Database
- ADABAS
- SQL Server
- DB2
- PostgreSQL
- Backup and Recovery Solutions
- Database Replication Technologies
- Performance Monitoring Tools
Required Skills- Database architecture and administration
- SQL and database optimization
- Backup and recovery planning
- Security and compliance management
- Database troubleshooting and performance tuning
- Documentation and technical communication
Preferred Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
- 5+ years of database administration experience
- Oracle, Microsoft, IBM, or equivalent database certifications preferred
