SQL Server Database Administrator

Role: SQL Server Database AdministratorLocation: Fort Mill, South CarolinaRoles And Responsibilities Install, configure, upgrade, patching and maintaining Microsoft SQL Server (2019–2022) in production, non-production, and DR environments Manage Always On Availability Groups, Failover Cluster Instances (FCI), Replication, and Log Shipping. Manage AWS RDS SQL Server, PostgreSQL, DocumentDB, DynamoDB on hybrid platforms. Should have good experience in migration of SQL Server On-Prem databases to Cloud RDS/Aurora. Analyze and tune query performance, indexes, execution plans, and blocking/deadlock issues. Design and manage backup and restore strategies as per the RTO/RPO strategies.Mandatory SkillsSkill Proficiency(Top 5 Keywords Or Skills)Years of ExperienceBasic KnowledgeMediumExpertSQL Server Database Administration8 - 10YesHigh Availability/Disaster Recovery5+YesAWS RDS (SQL Server, Postgresql, DocumentDB and DynamoDB)5+YesPerformance Tuning5+YesAutomations using PowerShell, T-Sql5+YesSalary And Other CompensationThis 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 PlanDisclaimer: 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.