Lead Specialist, Database Administrator
KPMG US
IT
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USD 133,400-249,200 / year
Posted on Aug 15, 2025
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KPMG is currently seeking a Lead Specialist, Database Administrator to join our Managed Services practice.
Responsibilities:- Collaborate with software architects, and developers to design databases that meet project requirements; develop database structures, procedures, and data standards
- Design and implement data models, and data integrations strategies.
- Oversee data management tasks such as data loading, data backup/recovery, data replication, and database tuning
- Monitor databases to optimize database performance and diagnose issues. Manage database log review and implement database optimization strategies
- Implement and maintain security policies. Plan, coordinate, and implement security measures to safeguard the database
- Collaborate with other team members, IT departments, and leadership. Report on database management and performance; leverage generative AI technologies to enhance data processing workflows and improve data-driven decision-making strategies within database management practices
- Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment
Qualifications:
- Minimum five years of recent experience in managing and administering enterprise-level databases, preferably in an agile scrum environment
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a strong technical understanding of Database Administration in Cloud platforms with focus on RDBMS and NoSQL flavors of database offerings like MSSQL Server (IaaS), Azure SQL DB (PaaS) and Cosmos DB(PaaS); Certification related to Database offerings in Cloud is preferred
- Experience/knowledge of supporting and tuning ETL/ELT processes.
- Responsible for Database security requirements and best practices leading to fulfill Audit requirements like (SOC/PCI etc.) and vulnerability management.
- Great problem-solving and technical skills with a demonstrated ability to influence and consult (providing options with benefits, risks and challenges) while providing thought leadership to stakeholders in solving critical technical problems; Possess strong attention to detail with exceptional organizational and communication skills.
- Strong understanding of ITIL processes
- Ability to travel as required
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)
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California Salary Range: $133400 - $249200
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