Job description

The Database Administrator (DBA) applies comprehensive Teradata database knowledge across key administrative task and high impact assignments. The DBA will function as part of a larger team and is responsible for all operational aspects associated with supporting multiple Teradata database environments. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in, and have experience in implementing, maintaining, securing, administering, and improving the operations of the Teradata database environment. The DBA will routinely work with partners, project managers, system administrators, application developers and end users to maintain and improve the performance of the Teradata environment. The DBA must be able to leverage standard IT processes, understand and be able to work with an Agile / DevOps methodology, address business and technical requirements, and have a continuous improvement mindset.

Roles and Responsibilities:
Manage Teradata databases in multiple environments (ex: Production/QA/Development) including object, space, security, and performance administration.

Successfully implement and manage database design, data access, table maintenance, and other database issues

Ensure optimal configuration and performance of database(s) and environment

Collaborate with others at the modeling, design, and implementation stages to address business requirements and system capabilities working with internal constituents and other IT resources internally

Support project teams as needed as new initiatives are planned and rolled-out

Develop and maintain documentation regarding the operational aspects of database administration

Analyze long-term database performance trends and proactively identify ongoing optimization, performance enhancement, and best practice opportunities

Diagnose and troubleshoot database errors.

Create automation for repeatable database administration tasks

Ensure timely and accurate delivery of database administration services to meet business objectives and SLAs.

Take ownership of technical issues to see them through to resolution, performing complex troubleshooting and root cause analysis to prevent issue recurrence.

Qualifications and Experience:
Teradata Vantage

Teradata Native Object Store (NOS)

Teradata QueryGrid

Teradata database architecture and design

Teradata Active System Management (TASM)

Teradata Advanced SQL Engine

Teradata Performance Tuning

Teradata Indexes

Teradata database-level security

Teradata tools and utilities

Performance Data Collection and Reporting

Teradata CRM

Data Modeling: ERWIN

UNIX Shell Scripting

Python

BI: Business Objects, Cognos, Microstrategy

Preferred experience:
10+ years’ experience in supporting US Federal Government Programs

Bachelors Degree

3+ years supporting Health and Human Services: Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services

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