The Senior SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for providing technical support for the database environments SQL 2012-2022 in 24/7 environment. Day to Day responsibilities include production support, access provisioning, dba related tasks, monitor systems alerts, technical reviews. Participate in on-call rotation. Provide assessment of database performance and the identification of problem areas. Document the company’s database environment. Building Drift management, alerting, deployment, and patching automation solutions using TSQL and PowerShell.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:<ul><li>Production Performance troubleshooting / tuning: Ensuring high levels of performance, availability, sustainability and security</li><li>Analyzing solving and correcting issues in real-time</li><li>SQL server hardware / software issues troubleshooting</li><li>Monitor the database performance and prepare database and progress reports.  Provide reporting to management.</li><li>Developing and automating drift management using TSQL/PowerShell</li><li>Supporting databases on Azure</li><li>Manage metrics using Idera/DPA/Dynatrace</li><li>Backup/Recovery strategies</li><li>Patching / Certification /Encryption keys management</li><li>Administers, maintains, develops and implements policies and procedures for ensuring the security and integrity of the company database.</li><li>Internal Audits</li><li>Works on internal projects as assigned</li><li>On-Call support</li><li>Design, implement and manage high availability methods like AlawaysON Availability Groups, Replication, Log Shipping and Database Mirroring.</li><li>Monitoring systems health and performance using IDERA Diagnostic Manager/SolarWinds Database Performance Analyzer /Dynatrace</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS:<ul><li>Bachelors degree in Information Systems or related field, or equivalent work experience.</li><li>10 + years in database administration and programming</li><li>10 + years IT operation with understanding of SQL Server database structures, theories, principles, and practices</li><li>Extensive knowledge of database maintenance tasks.</li><li>Knowledge of programming languages (+ such as PowerShell, PHP, Python, T-SQL, Javascript, and  other languages)</li><li>Idera/DPA/Dynatrace</li><li>Demonstrated ability to design, develop, and maintain databases and automate solutions</li><li>Project Management</li><li>Understanding of, and experience with relational database environments</li><li>Knowledge of reporting and query tools and practices</li><li>Good interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills</li><li>Technical documentation skills</li><li>Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language</li><li>Self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail</li><li>Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment</li><li>Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment</li><li>Willingness to work a flexible schedule and be on call to accommodate project deadlines</li></ul> If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.For this position, we anticipate offering an annual salary of 114,800 - 191,400 USD / yearly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location.This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.We want you to be healthy, balanced, and feel secure. That’s why you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year and paid holidays. For more details on our employee benefits programs, visit <a target="_blank" href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjobs.thecignagroup.com%2Fus%2Fen%2Flife-careers&amp;data=05%7C01%7Ctara.lacy%40alight.com%7C614ff3e76611438bf19e08db0528595d%7C232a81501ff64e00ad51c491fb66cb74%7C1%7C0%7C638109443089488453%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=sujvOguJwxMApr%2F9VE3wKJvbkTt6wFwO8tzzzz6QPtM%3D&amp;reserved=0">Life at Cigna Group</a>.About The Cigna Group Doing something meaningful starts with a simple decision, a commitment to changing lives. At The Cigna Group, we’re dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email: SeeYourself@cigna.com for support. Do not email SeeYourself@cigna.com for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response.The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State.Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.