We are looking for a skilled Database Administrator to join our team in Phoenix, Arizona. In this long-term contract role, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing database systems to ensure high performance, reliability, and security. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to critical data management initiatives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of database systems, including Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL Database.<br>• Monitor database performance and implement tuning strategies to optimize efficiency.<br>• Develop and execute backup and recovery plans to safeguard data integrity.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define database requirements and support project goals.<br>• Perform regular audits to ensure data security and compliance with organizational policies.<br>• Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues, minimizing downtime and disruptions.<br>• Implement and manage replication and clustering solutions for high availability.<br>• Create and maintain documentation for database configurations, processes, and procedures.<br>• Conduct capacity planning and recommend upgrades or changes to meet future needs.<br>• Stay updated on industry trends to incorporate innovative solutions into database management practices.
<p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><p> • Maintain and troubleshoot physical endpoints across factories, remote offices, and embedded machining equipment.</p><p> • Manage Windows Server fundamentals including Active Directory, Group Policy, and DNS.</p><p> • Administer and deploy systems across Debian, Windows, and MacOS environments.</p><p> • Configure and administer cloud and on-prem virtualization (QEMU/KVM, Kubernetes, EC2).</p><p> • Support and administer on-premises servers (HPE/Dell).</p><p> • Maintain and administer networking equipment (PANOS, JUNOS, AWS TGW).</p><p> • Manage RAID, data backup, and duplication processes.</p><p> • Deploy and support Data Loss Prevention technologies.</p><p> • Support both on-premises and cloud databases (MSSQL, Postgres).</p><p> • Collaborate with Cybersecurity on security requirements, documentation, and training.</p><p> • Document network configurations, procedures, and maintain device inventory across factories.</p><p> • Analyze performance and resolve bottlenecks and QoS issues.</p><p> • Provide Tier 3 technical support and work with vendors on complex issues.</p><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced IT Director to oversee and manage the technology operations of our organization in Phoenix, Arizona. The ideal candidate will provide strategic leadership in IT infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and security across all systems. This role demands a hands-on approach to problem-solving and a forward-thinking mindset to align technology solutions with business objectives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct and manage IT operations, ensuring seamless functionality and performance across all systems.<br>• Lead deskside support teams to address technical issues efficiently and maintain high user satisfaction.<br>• Oversee hardware deployments and ensure timely installation and configuration of computer systems.<br>• Implement and maintain robust backup technologies to protect organizational data.<br>• Manage and optimize Cisco technologies to enhance network performance and security.<br>• Develop and enforce IT policies and protocols to maintain compliance and operational efficiency.<br>• Collaborate with other departments to align IT strategies with business goals.<br>• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime.<br>• Research and recommend new technologies to improve business processes and IT capabilities.
<p><strong>Job Description: DevOps Engineer / Cloud Infrastructure Specialist</strong></p><p><strong>Essential Functions</strong></p><ul><li>Design, develop, document, test, and debug new and existing configuration management patterns and infrastructure-as-code solutions.</li><li>Create and maintain comprehensive policies and technical documentation of best practices for all implemented system configurations to ensure efficient planning and execution.</li><li>Perform requirements analysis and design models for infrastructure and application flow.</li><li>Conduct design meetings and analyze user needs to determine technical requirements.</li><li>Write technical specifications based on conceptual design and business requirements.</li><li>Identify and evaluate new technologies for implementation. Recommend and implement changes to existing hardware and operating system infrastructure, including patches, users, file systems, and kernel parameters. Continuously seek out and implement technologies that simplify the environment while improving security and performance.</li><li>Analyze results, failures, and bugs to determine root causes and tune automation pipelines for desired outcomes.</li><li>Diagnose and resolve hardware-related server issues (e.g., failed disks, network cards, CPU, memory) and act as an escalation point for troubleshooting hardware and operating system problems, including performance tuning.</li><li>Collaborate with end users to prototype, refine, test, and debug programs to meet requirements.</li><li>Proactively monitor environment health, address issues, and improve overall performance.</li><li>Coach and mentor team members on policies, procedures, use cases, and best practices.</li><li>Support and maintain existing products while adding new features.</li><li>Participate in and adhere to change management processes for implementation.</li><li>Support organizational commitment to risk management and ensure the integrity and confidentiality of systems and data.</li></ul><p><br></p>
