Database and IT Support Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Description : *Candidates must be local to Hampton Roads area of VA / Northern NC, or willing to relocate at own expense*

This position is a hybrid between the responsibilities of a Database Administrator / Developer and IT Support. Responsibilities include assisting with typical data related tasks and issues including data extractions, simple reporting requests, data analysis, and database maintenance tasks such as backups, blocking resolution, and security.

Additional responsibilities include assisting the IT department with certain tasks such as user account creation, permissions administration, and performing day-to-day IT tasks.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Data

• Supports implementation and configuration of database security architecture, software, and controls.
• Assists with maintenance in production and non-production environments.
• Troubleshooting database issues and data related problems.
• Maintaining and tuning backup and recovery processes.
• Daily use of commercial database technology (e.g. MSSQL), Open Source-Available Database technologies (e.g. MySQL, MariaDB), database tools such as SQL Server Management Studio, and Operating Systems such as MacOS, Linux, and Windows.
• Developing SQL queries and SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) reports for data extraction, analysis, and reporting.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Information Technology

• Ability to learn new software / technology
• Strong documentation skills
• Ability to work as a team and independently for projects and issue resolution
• Must be able to troubleshoot issues with computers, servers, and networking
• Able to run regularly scheduled software updates, backups, and maintenance
• Collaborating with the IT team to implement new systems and projects

Requirements :

EDUCATIONAL / TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

• BS degree in a computer discipline or relevant certification, or equivalent experience
• Intermediate experience as a Database Administrator or Developer (1 - 3 years)
• Hands-on experience with database standards and end user applications
• Some knowledge of data backup, recovery, security, and data integrity

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Familiarity with SQL Server Management Studio, SQL Server 2016 and 2019, and SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)
• Experience with Microsoft Office Tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Solid problem-solving skills and ability to think logically
• Open to learning new technologies and software
• Some experience in software configuration and troubleshooting
• Familiar with project management software to track progress and any setbacks

SAFETY

It is SCI’s policy to require safe operations and practices from all employees and to ensure our management team focuses on maintaining a safe working environment even while working in hazardous work environments.

APPEARANCE

Business Casual

TRAVEL

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. the employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.

AAP / EEO STATEMENT

Standard Calibrations, Inc. (SCI) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

In addition to federal law requirements, SCI complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Standard Calibrations, Inc. (SCI) expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment. Harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, age (40 or over), or genetic information (including family medical history) is illegal and will not be tolerated.

Improper interference with the ability of SCI’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Standard Calibrations, Inc. (SCI) reserves the right to vary or amend the duties and responsibilities at any time according to the needs of the company’s business.

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility.

SCI provides cross training and other task training as necessary to ensure all positions can be augmented, supported, or fully covered by multiple employees.

SCI employees at any level may be assigned at any time to perform tasks unrelated to their primary job description.

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