Temporary Database Administrator (Global Banks)

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, inclusive culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

We are seeking experienced professionals to join our rapidly growing Global Banking Risk Consulting Practice, with a focus on Technology Risk Consulting and Database Management. As a Temporary Database Administrator, you will become part of a diverse, high-performing team of professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional service to top US and global banking institutions. Our dynamic culture values innovative thinking, solution-focused collaboration, and diversity of thought and experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Database Management & Optimization:

• Administer and maintain critical databases (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL).
• Ensure high performance, availability, and scalability of databases.
• Perform regular database tuning, optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Implement database partitioning, indexing, and query optimization strategies.

Security & Compliance:

• Ensure databases comply with regulatory standards (e.g., PCI DSS, GDPR, SOX).
• Implement data encryption, auditing, and access control measures.
• Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
• Perform database patching and upgrades to maintain security and compliance.

Backup, Recovery & Disaster Recovery:

• Develop and implement backup and disaster recovery strategies.
• Regularly test backup systems and recovery procedures.
• Monitor database backups and resolve any issues.

Database Design & Development Support:

• Collaborate with developers and business analysts to design and implement databases.
• Provide support for database-related development tasks.
• Monitor the integration of third-party applications with bank databases.

Monitoring & Reporting:

• Continuously monitor database health and performance.
• Generate reports on database performance, issues, and capacity planning.
• Respond to database-related incidents and performance alerts.

Troubleshooting & Incident Resolution:

• Provide troubleshooting support for database issues.
• Resolve database-related incidents within established SLAs.
• Maintain detailed documentation of database incidents and resolutions.

Capacity Planning & Scalability:

• Analyze database growth trends and recommend scaling solutions.
• Assist in planning and implementing database infrastructure upgrades.

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business, MIS, computer science, accounting, or related discipline.
• Minimum of five years of professional experience in IT risk management, external/internal IT audit, IT security, or IT compliance in large global banking institutions. Prior public accounting or professional services firm experience is preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Database Administrator, preferably in the banking or financial sector.
• Hands-on experience with relational databases (SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL) and familiarity with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Experience with database performance tuning, backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning.
• Strong knowledge of SQL and database scripting.
• Understanding of database security practices, compliance standards, and regulatory frameworks (e.g., PCI DSS, GDPR).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and cloud database solutions.
• Technical skills in advanced SQL query writing, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in database clustering, replication, and high-availability configurations.
• Experience with monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Redgate).
• Familiarity with automation and scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Python) for database management tasks.
• Relevant professional certification (CPA, CISA, CISSP, CISM, CIPP).
• Ability to convey technical information across various levels of aptitude, including senior management, in both written and oral communications.
• Strong interpersonal, written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to travel to meet client needs and work collaboratively in-person or remotely.
• Demonstrated success in high-pressure scenarios.

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, all applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender (including gender identity and/or gender expression); sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at careers@rsmus.com.

RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.

RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the requirements of applicable law, including but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional information regarding RSM’s background check process, including information about job duties that necessitate the use of one or more types of background checks, click here.

At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.