SQL Server DBA

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SQL Server DBA

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July 19, 2006 at 1:56 pm

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Although FactSet now has users in all corners of the world, we have not lost our original focus: that our clients are always our top priority. From individual consultant contacts to unlimited 24-hour phone support, FactSet's client service is unsurpassed in the industry.

FactSet is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut and employs over 1,300 people in North America, Europe, and the Pacific Rim. Since 1996, FactSet has been publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol FDS.

Currently we are seeking a talented person to fill the role of Database Administrator within the Information Systems Department at FactSet Research Systems. The IS department develops and maintains business systems that support all of our employees worldwide. An ideal candidate for this position has a good mix of technical, analytical, and business skills.

The key areas of responsibility include:

• Database Server Maintenance such as server patches and upgrades

• Database Server Performance Monitoring

• Performance tuning

• Index Tuning

• SQL Query Performance Analysis

• Establish benchmarks to determine overall server and database health and provide assistance and suggestions when benchmarks are not met

• Administering Security

• Database design

• Understanding requirements and working with developers to conceptualize relational data models and physical database design

• Database Maintenance

• Set up and maintain database maintenance plans

• Monitor and maintain log shipping and replication

• Disaster Recovery

• Gain full understanding of enterprise wide architecture

• Work on continual improvement of disaster recovery planning and implement changes as necessary

• Research and implement migration from SQL 2000 to SQL 2005

• Work with everyone in the information systems department to develop a plan that will coordinate with all ongoing development efforts

Required Skills:

• Relational database design and development

• Strong understanding of Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Database Administration

• Strong T-SQL skills

Familiarity with any of the following technology areas is a plus:

• Microsoft SQL Server 2005

• Microsoft .NET Framework (Application Programming Languages: C#, Visual Basic.Net)

• Web application design and development (HTML, XML, VBScript, Visual Basic, ASP.Net, IIS, PHP, Perl, Apache)

• Reporting development (SQL Server Reporting Services, Crystal Reports)

Experience building business-critical information systems is a plus.

FactSet Research Systems Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the workforce.

Please send your resume to msasser@factset.com if you are interested in this position.

Thanks,

Melissa

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sree-226516 SSCrazy Points: 2590 More actions · Answer 1

Hi Melissa,

What is the location of this job requirement?

Thanks,

SR

Thanks,
SR

Melissa Sasser SSC Enthusiast Points: 120 More actions · Answer 2

Hi, Sorry I forgot to include that in the original post. We are looking for someone to work in our Norwalk, CT office.

Thanks,

Melissa

Sameer Raval Hall of Fame Points: 3214 More actions · Answer 3

Melissa,

Can you please specify the Salary and benefit details.

I am currently working as Sql Server DBA with 5+ years of experience in DBA & Development.

You can find my post in this community [Sql Server Central.com].

Kindest Regards,

Sameer Raval [Sql Server DBA]
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RavalSameer@hotmail.com

Melissa Sasser SSC Enthusiast Points: 120 More actions · Answer 4

We don't have a set number for salary. It would be dependent upon the amount of experience the person has. As far as benefits, you can see a list of what is offered here: http://www.factset.com/www_127.aspx

If you want more information, please send me an email at msasser@factset,com and I would be happy to forward it on to an HR person.

Thanks,

Melissa