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Our client requires a DBA with experience with Oracle and MS SQL Databases in installing, upgrading, configuring, performance tuning/optimization, security management, and disaster recovery. Additional product experience required includes VMware and Azure.

Offsite work is acceptable. Resource may be requested to attend periodic sessions onsite at client location in Regina, SK, with at least 4 weeks warning.

Regina, Saskatchewan (Remote)

Mandatory Requirements

• Projects and support that include Microsoft Server, Azure and related products. This should be from a system admin perspective and include:
  • Proficiency in VMware.
  • Proficiency in Azure and Windows Administration.
  • Technical Documentation: Ability to create technical documentation and user guides for new systems or updates.
  • Security Management: Ensuring the security of systems by setting up and managing permissions.
• ITIL Certification (Foundation, Service Manager).
• Database Certification (OCA, OCP, OCM, etc.)
• Demonstrated record of continuous improvement
• Microsoft Certified Professional or equivalent
• Oracle Certified Professional or equivalent

Desirable Requirements

• 2 to 4 years of formal education (technical school or university)
• Database Installation and Configuration: Experience in installing and configuring Oracle and MS SQL databases on various operating systems. This includes setting up database instances, configuring network connectivity, and ensuring optimal performance through proper configuration settings.
• Performance Tuning and Optimization: Proficiency in monitoring and optimizing database performance. This involves analyzing performance metrics, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing tuning techniques to enhance database efficiency.
• Backup and Recovery: Expertise in implementing and managing backup and recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and availability. This includes configuring backup schedules, performing regular backups, and executing recovery procedures in case of data loss or corruption3.
• Security Management: Knowledge of database security best practices, including user authentication, authorization, and encryption. This involves configuring security settings, managing user roles and permissions, and ensuring compliance with security standards.
• Database Migration and Upgrades: Experience in planning and executing database migrations and upgrades. This includes migrating databases between different versions or platforms, as well as upgrading database software to newer versions while minimizing downtime and ensuring data integrity.
• High Availability and Disaster Recovery: Knowledge of high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions for Oracle and MS SQL databases. This includes configuring and managing technologies such as Oracle Data Guard, Oracle Real Application Clusters (RAC), SQL Server Always On Availability Groups, and SQL Server Failover Clustering.

Job Posting ID: 56151

Location: Regina, Saskatchewan (Remote)

Estimated Starting Date: Jun 2, 2025

Estimated End Date: till Jun 30, 2027 + 2 pos. 1-year extensions

Posting Closing Date: April 24, 2025

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