Tuesday, December 07, 2010

TriZetto - Database Administrator Manager

The TriZetto Group, Inc. is the leading provider of information technology and service solutions for the healthcare payer industry. TriZetto* technology touches more than half of the insured population of the United States with offerings that include enterprise and component software, hosting and business process outsourcing services, and consulting. TriZetto is Powering Integrated Healthcare Management* (IHM) to improve the US healthcare system, by enabling the systematic application of processes and shared information to optimize the coordination of benefits and care for the healthcare consumer.

This position is for full time employment only. Contingent labor and agencies need not apply.

Summary:
Responsible for leading a team of DBAs to maintain the database integrity of several production and test database environments and sets the direction and strategy for the DBA team. Position is for the Application Hosting Team which is a 24x7 production support environment. The qualified individual will be able to analyze customer demand, build metrics and report to Sr. Management the most productive and optimal direction to run the team. Strong technical skills required. Candidate will also spend a portion of their time as an individual contributor performing trouble shooting and risk management. Primary duty will be the strategic direction and leadership of the team.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
 Act as a strong leader for the team and be a catalyst for change and improvement of the way TriZetto does business.
 Analyze current workloads of the team, prioritize customer demand and make recommendations for improved work balancing and team dynamics.
 Suport database design and installation and problem resolution.
 Implement database designs and updates for application releases and maintain database security.
 Set up and maintenance of documentation and standards.
 Perform database capacity planning and performance monitoring and tuning.
 Manage a complex system of databases from Sybase, MS SQLServer, and Oracle Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with policies and laws. May require interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance via the KPMS; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems - 15%


Experience: Minimum of 8 or more years related work experience. Prefer 8 or more years of related work experience.

Relevant experience in managing teams of database administrators, previous replication development and production support experience.

Computer Skills:
- Limited knowledge of Microsoft Word
- Limited knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Limited knowledge of Microsoft Outlook
- Excellent knowledge of Database Applications (Sybase, Oracle, MS SQLServer)
- Strong knowledge of UNIX (preferably AIX)

Other Abilities:
- Advanced mathematics aptitude
- Advanced communication capabilities
- Advanced organizational abilities
- Excellent Communication Skills to Executive level
- Experience working with Offshore resources required.

We recognize that our employees are our greatest assets and want each one to have a long, successful career at TriZetto. Therefore, we offer a variety of training programs and career development opportunities, and believe in a healthy work-life balance. TriZetto offers paid vacation, sick, and holiday time. Additional company benefits include medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, and a 401(k) plan.

Candidates who are currently employed by a client of The TriZetto Group may not be eligible for consideration.

Applicants for employment must possess valid work authorization.

The TriZetto Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.