What are the responsibilities and job description for the Database Administrator position at COGENT Infotech?
About Cogent Infotech
Cogent Infotech is a technology and talent solutions company headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA. We support clients across commercial, federal, state, and local markets with services in digital transformation, application development, cloud, cybersecurity, data analytics, artificial intelligence, and workforce solutions.
This opportunity is with one of Cogent Infotech's clients in the software-enabled utility management and real estate technology domain.
Job Title: Database Administrator
Experience: 5 Years
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: Logan, Utah | Hybrid
Salary: $58,000 - $80,000 per year
Job Summary
We are looking for a Database Administrator to help maintain secure, reliable, and efficient SQL Server databases. This role reviews database code, monitors performance and security, supports backup and recovery activities, and works with technical teams to resolve database issues.
Key Responsibilities
- Review, format, and approve submitted database code for errors, consistency, and efficiency.
- Monitor database performance, availability, and security.
- Identify and resolve SQL Server performance and configuration issues.
- Support database backup, recovery, replication, and disaster-recovery activities.
- Coordinate with team members on database projects, maintenance, and operational tasks.
- Maintain clear documentation for database configurations and procedures.
- Participate in an on-call rotation as needed.
Required Qualifications
- 5 years of database administration experience.
- Strong experience with T-SQL optimization and performance tuning.
- Hands-on experience with database backup and recovery.
- Experience planning and supporting database disaster recovery.
- Knowledge of SQL Server Transactional Replication.
- Experience installing, configuring, and troubleshooting SQL Server.
- Experience with SQL Server Availability Groups.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Education
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred; equivalent professional experience may be considered.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The employer is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining an inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are made without discrimination based on any characteristic protected by applicable law.
Salary : $58,000 - $80,000