Database Administrator

Who We Are:As the largest privately held service provider in our industry, Thomas & Company stands at the forefront of delivering innovative and comprehensive solutions that help businesses optimize their operations and manage critical aspects of human resources. We specialize in offering unmatched unemployment cost control, employment verification, and tax credit services, all designed to reduce financial risk, streamline processes, and drive cost efficiency for our clients.Our Culture:We believe that success starts with people. We are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and growth. Our mission is to empower our employees to thrive both professionally and personally, offering an environment where creativity and diverse ideas flourish.We are not just a company-we are a community of passionate individuals dedicated to making a real impact. From dynamic team-building opportunities to leadership development programs, Thomas & Company invests in its people at every level. Our supportive workplace is built on the foundation of our core values a shared vision for enabling success. Our winning culture has earned us recognition as a five-time Tennessean Top Workplace and two (and counting) USA Today Top Workplace. Whether you're looking for a challenge, a place to grow your career, or a team that values your contributions, Thomas & Company offers endless opportunities to make a difference. Join us and become part of a team where your ideas are heard, your potential is recognized, and your career can truly flourish.The Position: The Database Administrator is responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and performance optimization of databases, primarily using Microsoft SQL Server on Windows servers and AWS RDS instances, ensuring data integrity, availability, security, and efficient querying to support the needs of the company and its clients. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:· Develops deep understanding of business processes and IT environment; integrate with IT partners to manage collective effort and achieve strategic goals. Builds and maintains a strong working knowledge of systems, processes, and initiatives to ensure successful execution.· Designs, installs, supports, upgrades, and maintains database systems, schemas, stored procedures, and related infrastructure, planning for and responding to data outages and other problems· Execute multiple initiatives simultaneously while prioritizing based on the security, data availability, and the overall needs of the company· Provide routine automation, maintain data security policies, troubleshoot, and serves as lead engineer for various database-related technical projects· Work professionally and interactively with users to meet their needs and ensure continuance of the databases and service levels they require to perform their roles effectively· Maintains knowledge and supporting documentation of current database technology and equipment· Works collaboratively with both internal and external help desk on training and processes for secure, effective, and efficient support of the company's applications and databases· Responsible for monitoring database availability and measuring performance to ensure client-facing data infrastructure and internal resources are operating optimally· Works directly with CISO and security advisors focusing on security hardening and is responsible for planning and implementing remediations for database vulnerabilities both directly and by leveraging other members of operations· Responsible for the overall planning, testing, and execution of database maintenance including schema updates, indexing, backups, and recovery procedures· Other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:· Bachelor's Degree required, IT related degree preferred· 2-5 years proven working experience as a Database Administrator· Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered· Experience with Microsoft SQL Server and SQL Query Language knowledge is required as well as Exposure to the following technologies: AWS RDS, MS Server (for hosting MS SQL Servers) .· Experience interpreting and implementing information security best practices through technology and process controls· Up to date knowledge of IT governance best practices· Technical expertise in Microsoft products and willingness to learn about other 3rd party software· Experience in enterprise-level monitoring tools for measuring application performance, network performance, and full environment reliability· To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsSpecial Considerations and Prerequisites:· Ability to take initiative and work independently with little supervision· Ability to define priorities and handle multiple tasks and projects· Ability to integrate projects and work with other team members and assist junior team members as appropriate to complete projects· Adaptable; able to change focus quickly· Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately· Excellent written and verbal communication skills· Professional demeanor with the ability to interact appropriately· Ability to work well with varying levels of internal management staff· Ability to maintain positive working relationships with clients, peers, team members, and leadership· Ability to deal with stressful situations to achieve desired business results· Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills with the ability to collect, organize, and analyze information with attention to detail and accuracy· Demonstrates reliability and consistent attendance in alignment with business needs· High degree of urgency is required to address IT issues in a timely manner

Created: 2026-03-04