Database Administrator (Remote U.s.)

Description

Following a 2022 merger of CNSI and Kepro, Acentra Health combines clinical services, technology solutions, and data analytics to accelerate better health outcomes. This is a great time to join our team of passionate individuals working together to pursue the most effective solutions to today’s complex healthcare challenges. Our culture is fueled by passion and driven by purpose.

Database Administrator (Remote U.S.)

• Are you looking to join a team that ensures a collaborative and inviting culture where everyone can thrive?
• Are you an experienced Database Administrator looking for a new challenge?

If so, you might be our next new team member!

• A Security Clearance may be required for this opportunity."
• 24/7 Operation - In addition to typical work hours, there can be after-hours and weekend "on-call" issues. **
• The typical work schedule for this role is 7 am-4 pm OR 8 am-5 pm OR 9 am-6 pm local time. **

Who we need:

The professional Database Administrator (DBA) will keep our databases running smoothly 24/7. The goal is to provide a top-tier environment for our developers and users to work on that provides excellent performance. The DBA is expected to proactively look for opportunities to improve our architecture, automate repetitive manual processes and deliver phenomenal customer service to all the individuals who interact with the database environment.

Why us?

We are a team of experienced and caring leaders, clinicians, pioneering technologists, and industry professionals who come together to redefine expectations for the healthcare industry. State and federal healthcare agencies, providers, and employers turn to us as their vital partner to ensure better healthcare and improve health outcomes.

Singularly Focused. Mission Driven.

Accelerating Better Outcomes is our Mantra! We are mission-driven to innovate health solutions that deliver maximum value and impact.

We do this through our people.

You will have meaningful work that genuinely improves people's lives across the country. We are a company that cares about our employees, and we give you the tools and encouragement you need to achieve the finest work of your career.

Benefits are a key component of your rewards package. Our benefits are designed to provide you with additional protection, security, and support for both your career and your life away from work. Our benefits include comprehensive health plans, paid time off, retirement savings, corporate wellness, educational assistance, corporate discounts, and more.

What you’ll do:

• Works a queue of tickets (incidents, problems, requests, changes) and provides resolutions within internally defined SLAs with a focus on long-term solutions.
• Works with System Administrators in the design, performance, and maintenance of database hardware.
• Configures, maintains and monitors database security.
• Monitors database performance, implements changes and applies new patches and versions when required.
• Performs tests and evaluations regularly to ensure data security, privacy, and integrity.
• Responsible for the overall administration, installation, and maintenance of all Acentra Health database systems. The majority of our database servers are SQL Server 2016 and higher.
• Ensures that all systems are compliant with all applicable industry regulations (e.g., HIPAA).
• First responder for incidents, outages, and change requests.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you’ll need:

Required Qualifications / Experience

• 2+ years working with SSIS and SSRS.
• 5+ years of Microsoft SQL Server configuration and administration.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science OR equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications / Experience

• 2+ years of AWS experience in database administration and migration.
• 2+ years of Postgres experience.
• 2+ years working within HIPAA and other healthcare-related privacy regulations.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Strong work ethic: pitches in wherever needed.
• Design, configuration, and maintenance of SQL Server clusters, transactional replication, and database encryption.
• SQL Server database design, configuration, and administration.
• Working knowledge of change and release management processes and procedures.
• AWS Migration and administration experience (i.e., Aurora, BabelFish)
• Working knowledge of industry practices such as ITIL for Incident/Problem Management.
• Excellent knowledge of data backup, recovery, security, integrity, and T-SQL.
• Postgres Database Administration knowledge and experience.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of highly sensitive corporate information.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to think algorithmically.

Thank You!

We know your time is valuable, and we thank you for applying for this position. Due to the high volume of applicants, only those who are chosen to advance in our interview process will be contacted. We sincerely appreciate your interest in Acentra Health and invite you to apply to future openings that may be of interest. Best of luck in your search!

~ The Acentra Health Talent Acquisition Team

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Acentra Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable Federal, State, or Local law.