SQL DBA

UPDATED!!!!!  “Night Owls Wanted” We are looking a 3rd shift SQL DBA! Looking for a great third shift opportunity, here it is!  Modis IT, which is the 3rd largest IT staffing firm in the country, has partnered with a great local company located in Mendota Heights to help them find their diamond in the rough!  Our client is a fast growing company with a great reputation throughout the country.  This is a great paying opportunity with exceptional benefits!  The right candidate must be a self starter, able to work independently, and have a passion for IT.  Please note that this is a monitoring position with no development duties.Responsibilities: • All immediate issues will need to be handled in a timely fashion, while any exculpated issues will be sent to the operational DBA’s • Determine, implement, and manage database backup and recovery strategies, with focus on PIT recovery • Implement and enhance database security using proven methodologies • Assist development staff with the debugging and optimization of SQL queries and stored procedures • Design and manage database import / export processes used to populate test databases and global data marts • Design and implementation of database replication strategies for both internal and Disaster Recovery (DR) requirements • Installation of new SQL Server database and upgrades • Management of database and resource capacity planning • Design and implementation of database replication strategies for both internal and Disaster Recovery (DR) requirements • Setup clustered SQL Server Environment and setup mirroring and log shipping. • Provide solutions for analytical projects using SQL Server analysis services and provide solutions for SQL Server reporting services • Manage 45 – 50  mission critical production serversRequirements: • BSCS or MS degree in computer science or related field, 10 or more years of relevant industry experience. • 5 or more years of database administration/design experience with RDBMS. • 3-5 years experience with MS SQL Server 7.0, MS SQL Server 2000, MS SQL Server 2005. • Experience with additional RDBMS (prefer experience with Sybase). • Experience with MS SQL Server backup and recovery techniques in a VLDB environment. • Proven experience in maintenance of SQL Server in VLDB environment. *This position is not available to candidates needing visa sponsorshipIf you believe that you fit all the requirements for this position and 3rd shift is for you then please send all inquiries along with an updated resume to Steven.Koshiol@modisit.com . Company: Modis, Inc. Status: Full Time, Employee Location: Minneapolis, MN 55402 Job Category: IT/Software Development Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) Work Experience: 2+ to 5 Years