SQL Server Database Administrator

• Database installation and Configurations: Setting up and configuring SQL Server databases including hardware and software requirements initial database setup and environment optimization based on existing instances and new business needs
• Performance Monitoring and Tuning: Continuously monitoring system health and analyzing performance bottlenecks suggesting query improvements and optimizing indexing and high availability and responsiveness
• Backup and Recovery: Designing implementing and regularly testing backup and disaster recovery strategies to protect data integrity and minimize downtime
• Security and Access Management: Managing user access permissions and authentication; enforcing security policies implementing encryption and ensuring compliance and regulatory standards
• Database Maintenance: Applying patches and upgrades performing scheduled maintenance and supporting release deployment to keep system secure and up to date
• Incident and Problem Management: Troubleshooting and resolving database issues supporting incident responses and providing 24/7 support for critical production system
• Collab and support: Assisting developers with query tuning and database design; supporting end users and business projects
• Planning for Growth: Assessing capacity needs planning for future expansion and recommending upgrades and changes

Supporting routine operations learning and developing required skills for tools such Sentry SCOM SNOW while contributing to teams effectiveness

• Assisting with Database Installation and Configuration
• Performing Regular Backups and Recovery Procedures
• Monitoring Database Performance
• Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution
• Document and Reporting
• Support User Access and Security Management
• Collab with DBA appdev and SRE team Members

• Mid level knowledge of SQL script and experience in MS SQL Server database technology
• Understanding of database concepts such as tables indexes queries and relationship
• Familiarity with database management tools and basic admin tasks like backups restores and monitoring
• Basic OS knowledge (Windows and preferably Linux)

What we offer you

• Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits tailored to your location ensuring your financial security health and overall wellbeing.

• Flexible working arrangements advanced technology and collaborative workspaces.

• A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.

• A global network of talented colleagues who inspire support and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.

• Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey followed by access to our platform LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.

• Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges internal mobility and expanded roles.

• We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities Asian Support Network Black Leadership Network Climate Action Network Hola! MSCI Pride & Allies Women in Tech and Womens Leadership Forum.

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do and we are inspired by our purpose to power better investment decisions. Youll be part of an industry-leading network of creative curious and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself our clients and our industry.

MSCI is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community. With over 50 years of expertise in research data and technology we power better investment decisions by enabling clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return and confidently build more effective portfolios. We create industry-leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insight into and improve transparency across the investment process.

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