Job Description :
Launch Your Career with Cook Systems
Ready to elevate your career? Cook Systems, a certified veteran owned IT consulting firm, has been transforming businesses and careers since 1990. Whether you're aiming to work with a Fortune 500 company or a small business, we've got you covered.
Our core values: integrity, investment, and innovation drive everything we do, ensuring you grow and succeed in a dynamic, supportive environment. We understand the importance of work life balance and personal growth. Our cutting edge IT consulting partners and FastTrack talent program are designed to help you excel.
Join our forward thinking team where excellence and creativity are valued every day. Check out what our associates have to say on Glassdoor. Ready to take your career to new heights? Cook Systems is where your journey to success begins!
NOTE: Three Max Submittals - Market rate compensation based on contract type
ON SITE ONLY
STRONGLY prefers local (or near Little Rock- 150 miles)
DO NOT SUBMIT candidates far away..... NO GO!!!
Prefers US Citizens and Green Cards....
JOB DUTIES:
The SENIOR SQL Database Administrator will be responsible for providing reliable, cost-effective, & secure enterprise-wide support for business-critical production & non-production databases for the Arkansas Integrated Revenue System (AIRS).
-ON-SITE ONLY
-Expert Level SQL Database Administrator
-Position is available for extensions.
-NOTE: This position requires candidates that have recent hands-on experience in ALL aspects of SQL DBA Administration.
MINIMUM: 6 Years Experience SQL Server 2016 (or later versions) database administration:
? Installing and upgrading SQL Servers, including applying service packs
? Performing routine database maintenance
o Creating and scheduling SQL Server jobs to perform database maintenance activity
o Rebuilding indexes
o Updating statistics
o Consistency checks
o Monitoring error logs and event logs for database errors
? SQL Server native tools and services
o SQL Server Profiler
o Index Tuning Advisor
o SQL Server Configuration Manager
o Extended Events
o Performance Monitor
o Dynamic Management View
o SQL Server Broker Service
o Linked Servers
o MSDTC
o SQL Server System Databases
o Database Mail
o SQL Server Health Checks and Policies
? Managing SQL Server security and auditing
o User security
o Database roles
o Authentication methods
o SQL Server and database auditing
o Encryption at rest, transit, and backup
? Capacity Planning for storage and database objects
o Maintaining and managing SQL Server disk space to ensure storage is properly utilized
o Index and statistics usage
o Managing disk storage for Windows Failover Cluster Service (WFSC)
? Database backup and recovery
o Establishing standards and schedules for database backups
o Developing recovery procedures to meet RPO and RTO
o Restoring databases with point in time recovery
? Creating and testing Disaster Recovery plans
? Proficient in TSQL coding, tuning, and ETL methodologies
? SQL Server High Availability Methods
o Mirroring
o Always On
Required: 4 Years Windows Server Administration experience:
? Building and maintaining Windows Host and Guest Servers
? Installing and managing end point protection
? Application Server, Web Server, File Server, and FTP Server configuration and maintenance
? Utilizing PowerShell for administration tasks
? Windows Failover Cluster configuration and maintenance
? Windows Server Roles and Features
? .NET Framework Components
Preferred Knowledge and Skills:
? Experience with FAST GenTax/DS-VS architecture and application maintenance
? Familiarity with industry security standards (PUB1075, FIPS, and PII)
? Cloud computing knowledge
Cloud storage, backup, and restore mechanisms
? Firewall administration and maintenance
? Active Directory knowledge (GPO, FQDN, DNS Server, SPN)
? Email, SMTP, and Proxy Server troubleshooting
? Web Services development and support
? Availability to provide 24 hour support
? Strong communication skills, both oral and written
SKILLS:
SENIOR SQL Database Administrator Skills and Experience
Required
6
Years
SQL Database administration (see sub-bullets in JD) SQL Server 2016 or later
Required
6
Years
Windows Server Administration experience (see sub-bullets in JD)
Required
4
Years
Certifications
Required
24hr Support
Required
GenTax Software Application architecture and application maintenance
Desired
Why Work with Us
Benefits
At Cook Systems, we don't just offer jobs we build futures. Our team is the heart of everything we do, and we're committed to supporting you with benefits that go beyond the basics. We want you to feel secure, valued, and empowered from the very beginning of your journey with us. When you join Cook Systems, here's what you can look forward to:
Your Health, Your Way: Choose from two comprehensive medical plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield, complete with dental and vision coverage. With access to one of the nation's largest networks, you'll get the care you need for yourself and your family wherever life takes you.
Peace of Mind, Every Step of the Way: Protect what matters most with life, critical illness, and accident insurance through Unum. Because your loved ones deserve security no matter what the future holds.
Flexibility for Life's Needs: Save money and plan ahead with a Flexible Spending Account and Daycare FSA through Navia, helping you manage healthcare and dependent care expenses on your terms.
Bridging the Gaps: Unexpected costs? No problem. Our Health Gap Insurance through Sunlife helps ensure you're covered when it counts.
Your Future Starts Now: Dream big with our 401(k) retirement plan through The Standard. After just six months, you will be eligible to participate, because your future deserves a strong foundation.
At Cook Systems, you're not just another employee you're family. Here, your ideas matter, your contributions shine, and your career will thrive. Together, we innovate, grow, and celebrate success every step of the way. Are you ready to be part of something bigger? Let's build the future together at Cook Systems.