SQL DBA in Melville, NY

A well known company based out of Melville, NY is looking for an SQL DBA. The SQL Server DBA will be responsible for propagating database (DML/DDL) changes to our production environment. Most of which are performed 2-3 days a week during the off-hours. The SQL Server DBA will work with the server / apps team in validating the databases during monthly infrastructure maintenance and unexpected server outages. The SQL Server DBA will design, setup, install and implement databases; perform routine data maintenance (re-indexing, integrity checks, database shrinking, log file monitoring); performance tuning (indexing, compression drive distribution, load balancing, replication); document and implement SQL server disaster recovery models. The environment is mostly SQL Server 2005 transitioning our remaining SQL Server 2000 databases to SQL Server 2005. he DBA will be responsible for assisting with the SQL-Server upgrades from 2000 - 2005 - 2008. It's important that this candidate have strong communication and documentation skills. Experience: Qualifications : The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience as a SQL Server DBA. Strong communication and presentation skills are a must. Experience installing, configuring and supporting SQL Server databases is required. Database and server security administration. Experience with SQL-Server 2005. DTS/SSIS knowledge is a requirement. Experience running SQL Traces. Working knowledge of database performance tuning and configuration tools in MS SQL Server is a plus. Automate Backup, Restore, jobs, alerts and tuning processes on SQL Server 2000/05 is a plus. Experience with Microsoft clustering and replication is a plus. PeopleSoft Administration is a plus. Exposure to SQL Server 2008 is a plus. Strong documentation / diagram skills a plus Oracle DBA experience is a plus. PLEASE EMAIL RESUME IN MS WORD WITH SHORT SYNOPSIS OF MATCHING SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE. Interested candidates please contact Pedro Garcia at pedro(dot)garcia(at)ajilon(dot)com Adecco / Ajilon is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here