Responsibilities:

Basic SQL Server Administration:

   * Installation, configuration, and maintenance of SQL Server instances (2012, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2019, and 2022)

   * Database creation, management, and backup/restore operations

   * User and role management

   * Troubleshooting common SQL Server issues

Database Design:

   * Assist in designing and optimizing database structures

   * Create and maintain indexes and stored procedures

Performance Tuning:

   * Monitor SQL Server performance and identify bottlenecks

   * Implement basic performance tuning techniques (e.g., indexing, query optimization)

Documentation:

   * Maintain up-to-date documentation of SQL Server environments and procedures

Required Skills and Experience:

 * Strong understanding of SQL Server fundamentals (T-SQL, database objects, data types)

 * Experience with database backup and restore procedures

 * Basic troubleshooting skills for SQL Server issues

 * Familiarity with high availability concepts (e.g., mirroring, failover clusters)

 * Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Additional Considerations:

 * Security: Understanding of SQL Server security best practices, including data encryption, access control, and vulnerability management.

 * Inventory Management: Ability to track and manage SQL Server instances, databases, and other assets.

 * Patching: Knowledge of SQL Server patching procedures and best practices.