DB2 Database Administrator

Database Administrator [C]

Req number: R8060

Employment Type: Contract

Worksite flexibility: Onsite

Client Domain : State Client
Contract Start & End Date: ASAP - 6/30/2027 (will be extended)
Onsite or remote: Onsite 35 Hours Per week
Worksite address: 1 Turnpike Plaza, Woodbridge, NJ 07095

*LOCAL ONLY* Candidates should have a strong background in both Oracle DB and MS SQL Server, ETL, PostgreSQL, data warehousing.

Job Description

We are looking for a motivated Database Administrator ready to take us to the next level! If you have experience installing, configuring, and maintaining Oracle and MS SQL Server, Experience monitoring database performance and optimizing queries, indexing, and storage, and are looking for your next career move, apply now.

Job Description

We are looking for a Database Administrator to maintain, secure, and optimize database systems to ensure reliable access, data integrity, performance, and high availability for business operations. This position will be a contract and onsite in Woodbridge, NJ

What You'll Do

• Install, configure, and maintain Oracle and MS SQL Server database systems
• Monitor database performance and optimize queries, indexing, and storage
• Collaborate with developers, analysts, and IT teams to design and enhance database solutions
• Participate in the design and development of database systems and data models
• Provide on-call support for critical systems as required
• Implement systems in accordance with established design standards
• Support ETL processing and data warehousing initiatives
• Administer databases following organizational security and data integrity policies
• Manage database security, including roles, permissions, and encryption
• Develop and maintain backup and recovery strategies
• Ensure high availability through clustering, replication, and failover solutions
• Troubleshoot database issues and provide timely resolution
• Perform database upgrades, patches, and migrations
• Maintain documentation for database architecture, configurations, and processes
• Continuously enhance technical skills through training and professional development
• Establish and maintain professional working relationships with internal teams, vendors, and external stakeholders

What You'll Need

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
• 3+ years of experience as a Database Administrator or in a related role
• Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining Oracle and MS SQL Server
• Experience monitoring database performance and optimizing queries, indexing, and storage
• Experience supporting databases across Linux, UNIX, and Windows environments
• Experience with high availability, replication, and backup/recovery strategies
• Strong SQL skills, including query writing and stored procedures
• Knowledge of database best practices and performance tuning
• Familiarity with computer security standards and data integrity processes
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Preferred:

• DBA certification
• Experience with scripting
• Experience working with ETL tools, including Informatica
• Experience with PostgreSQL and MySQL
• Knowledge of data warehousing concepts