MS SQL Database Administrator

Role: MS SQL Database Administrator

Experience Required: 3–5 years

Location: Candidates will need to work from the Client’s office in Des Moines IOWA all 5 days a week

• Applications will be accepted until April 18, 2026
• This role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship, now or in the future
  
  

We are seeking a skilled MS SQL Database Administrator- Secondary- MongoDB or Sybase with 3–5 years of hands-on experience to join our team in Des Moines, Iowa. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing SQL Server databases to ensure high availability, performance, and security across the environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain MS SQL Server databases.
• Monitor database performance and implement tuning strategies.
• Perform regular backups, restores, and disaster recovery planning.
• Manage database security, user access, and permissions.
• Troubleshoot database issues and provide timely resolutions.
• Support database deployments, upgrades, and patching activities.
• Develop and maintain documentation for database configurations and processes.
• Collaborate with application teams to optimize queries and improve performance.
• Ensure data integrity, availability, and compliance with organizational standards.
  
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as an MS SQL Database Administrator.
• Strong knowledge of SQL Server installation, configuration, and administration.
• Experience with performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies.
• Proficiency in backup and recovery techniques.
• Familiarity with high availability solutions (Always On, clustering, replication).
• Understanding of security best practices and role-based access control.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex database issues.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
  
  

Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary for the position depends on experience and other qualifications of the successful. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  
  

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law