Senior SQL Server Database Administrator

U.S. Citizenship is required for this position due to Department of Defense restrictions.

Who We Are

WPS Health Solutions is a leading not-for-profit health insurer and federal government contractor headquartered in Wisconsin. WPS offers health insurance plans for individuals, families, seniors, and group health plans for small to large businesses. We process claims and provide customer support for beneficiaries of the Medicare program and manage benefits for millions of active-duty and retired military personnel across the U.S. and abroad. WPS Health Solutions has been making healthcare easier for the people we serve for more than 75 years. Proud to be military and veteran ready.

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We are proud of the recognition we have received from local and national organization regarding our culture and workplace: WPS Newsroom – Awards and Recognition

Role Snapshot

Our Senior Microsoft SQL Server Database Administrator works on a dynamic team that installs, maintains, and safeguards Database Management System (DBMS) software and databases for WPS individuals and applications. WPS is working on the cutting edge of Microsoft SQL Server, utilizing new versions, tools, and techniques in our environment (currently on Microsoft SQL Server 2022). Our Database Administrator (DBA) assists with database performance and tuning duties and participate on project teams in an agile environment. After-hours production support activities are required for this role.

How do I know this opportunity is right for me? If you:

• Enjoy installing and configuring new databases and instances.
• Can create, delete, and maintain database objects, including databases, tables, views, stored procedures, or triggers.
• Would like to work in a very secure environment with compliance and security at the heart WPS processes and standards.
• Enjoy monitoring, maintaining, and providing support for databases/instances.
• Can install DBMS patches and upgrades.
• Like to troubleshoot and resolve issues encountered by application users or developers.
• Have assisted in the maintenance of database policy and procedure documentation.
• Enjoy providing support to application users for issues, including difficulties accessing database or acquiring data from database server.
• Want to take a leadership role on moderately complex projects independently or as part of a larger project team.
• Can handle multiple competing initiatives and escalate issues effectively.

What will I gain from this role?

• Experience working in an environment that is innovative, results oriented, and open to change and improvement.
• You communicate openly and honestly with respect for everyone, and you enjoy building trust and being part of a team that relies on each other to achieve its goals.
• Experience working in an Agile environment to help drive high-priority work.
• Continue to gain effective leadership, communication (verbal and written) and project management skills that will allow you to work with various levels and divisions within our organization.
• Experience working in an environment that serves our nation’s military, veterans, Guard and Reserves, and Medicare beneficiaries.
• Working in a continuous performance feedback environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required for this position due to Department of Defense restrictions.
• 1 year of related work experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent post high school and/or related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 plus years of experience with Microsoft SQL Server troubleshooting techniques and features.
• Working competency in the Windows Operating System.
• Strong Microsoft SQL Server database configuration and management of instances and databases.
• Experience with database and diagnostic monitoring tools.
• Familiarity with the configuration and installation of the Microsoft Business Intelligence stack (SSRS, SSAS, SSIS).
• Microsoft Technology Associate – Database certification.
• PowerShell scripting skills.
• Agile Experience.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), Windows PowerShell, Quest Performance Analysis, internet, intranet, office equipment.

Salary Range

$95,000 ~ $120,000

The base pay offered for this position may vary within the posted range based on your job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Work Location

We are a remote-first organization and offer remote work in the following approved states:
Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin

Remote Work Requirements

• Wired (ethernet cable) internet connection from your router to your computer
• High speed cable or fiber internet
• Minimum of 10 Mbps downstream and at least 1 Mbps upstream internet connection (can be checked at https://speedtest.net)
• Please review Remote Worker FAQs for additional information

Benefits

• Remote and hybrid work options available
• Performance bonus and/or merit increase opportunities
• 401(k) with dollar-per-dollar match up to 6% of salary (100% vested immediately)
• Competitive paid time off
• Health insurance, dental insurance, and telehealth services start DAY 1
• Employee Resource Groups
• Professional and Leadership Development Programs
• Review additional benefits: (https://www.wpshealthsolutions.com/careers/fulltime_benefits.shtml)

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)