Application and Database Administrator

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Tyonek Native Corporation is seeking an experienced Application and Database Administrator to join our

Information Technology team. In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for the administration,

maintenance, and optimization of enterprise applications and databases that support corporate- and program-

level operations. This includes ensuring the availability, security, and performance of business-critical systems,

as well as supporting internal users with application access, configuration, and troubleshooting.

The candidate will collaborate with IT team members, including developers and support staff, to ensure

seamless integration between applications and data sources, and to implement improvements that enhance

efficiency, data integrity, and user experience across the organization.

DUTIES

• Manage and maintain Microsoft SQL Server databases across development, testing, and production environments, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Configure, monitor, and maintain database servers and related systems, including backups, performance tuning, and disaster recovery processes.
• Apply security patches, updates, and service packs regularly to database and application environments to ensure compliance, integrity, and system security.
• Monitor both database and application performance, proactively identifying and resolving issues to ensure high availability and minimal disruption to end users.
• Administer enterprise applications by managing user access, permissions, configurations, and system updates in coordination with business stakeholders.
• Analyze, solve, and correct issues in real time across both database and application platforms, providing detailed root cause analysis and implementing long-term solutions.
• Refine and automate regular processes for both database and application environments while tracking issues and documenting changes to improve consistency and efficiency.
• Support scheduled maintenance and participate in release deployment activities for applications and databases, including after-hours support as needed.
• Provide input and best practices for database architecture, application configuration, and deployment planning.
• Collaborate with developers, system administrators, and business units to support full stack applications and ensure smooth operation across all layers.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of database schemas, application configurations, system processes, and administrative procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Skills & Experience :

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform post offer, pre-employment substance abuse testing.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and / or abilities  required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / VEVRAA / ADA

TNC and its subsidiaries fall under ANCSA and are entitled under Federal Law to extend hiring preferences to its shareholders. ANCSA provides TNC the authority to give shareholder preference in hiring. TNC reaffirms its belief in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. Tyonek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA governed Federal Contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities. TNC provides all employees and job applicants' equal employment opportunities in hiring and promotion without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion, color, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, national origin or any other reason prohibited by law.

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