Job Description

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SAP NS2 HANA Database Administrator

NS2 COMPANY DESCRIPTION

SAP is the global market leader for business software and related services. SAP National Security Services Inc.® (SAP NS2®) is an independent U.S. subsidiary of SAP.  At SAP NS2, we leverage best-in-breed technologies engineered by SAP to protect the lives, assets and information of Americans .  We offer SAP solutions with specialized levels of security and support to meet the requirements of U.S. national security and critical infrastructure customers.

This position requires access to customer data; Must be a U.S. citizen. SAP NS2 does not offer Visa sponsorships for this role.  All internals must have manager’s approval to transfer. 

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Mid-Level SAP HANA Database Administrator to join our dynamic IT team. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing and maintaining SAP HANA databases, supporting enterprise applications, ensuring high availability, optimizing performance, and performing system backups and recovery. As a member of the team, you will collaborate with other database professionals and SAP specialists to ensure the smooth operation of mission-critical business applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Database Administration :
• Administer, monitor, and optimize SAP HANA database instances to ensure peak performance, availability, and security.
• Manage database backups, restores, and recovery procedures to ensure business continuity.
• Perform database tuning and troubleshooting to resolve performance issues.
• Monitor system health, implement alerts, and take proactive measures to avoid disruptions.
• Performance Optimization :
• Identify and implement database optimizations to improve application performance.
• Analyze database queries, execution plans, and system resources to identify bottlenecks.
• Implement and maintain database partitioning, compression, and other optimization strategies.
• System Upgrades & Patches :
• Plan, test, and implement SAP HANA updates, patches, and system upgrades.
• Ensure proper testing and validation of new features and changes.
• Collaborate with other teams to schedule and deploy maintenance with minimal downtime.
• Security & Compliance :
• Implement and maintain database security policies, including user access control and data encryption.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal data protection regulations.
• Audit and review database access logs for unauthorized access or security issues.
• Collaboration & Documentation :
• Maintain detailed documentation of database configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
• Assist with the design and implementation of disaster recovery strategies for SAP HANA environments.
• Automation & Scripting :
• Automate routine administrative tasks using scripting languages (e.g., Python, Shell, or SQL scripts).
• Develop and maintain monitoring scripts and tools to enhance the efficiency of day-to-day operations.
• Capacity Planning :
• Perform capacity planning to anticipate future growth and ensure proper resources are available.
• Monitor database storage and optimize space usage.

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 3+ years of experience working as a Database Administrator (DBA) with a focus on SAP HANA.
• Strong proficiency in SAP HANA database architecture, installation, and configuration.
• Hands-on experience with performance tuning, backup and recovery, and high availability solutions in SAP HANA.
• Experience in working with SAP HANA tools (e.g., SAP HANA Studio, SAP HANA Cockpit, etc.).
• Solid understanding of database security practices and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of SAP HANA monitoring tools and systems (e.g., SAP Solution Manager).
• Proficiency in SQL, and experience with database scripting and automation (Python, Shell, etc.).
• SAP HANA certification (e.g., SAP Certified Technology Associate – SAP HANA).

• Experience with SAP HANA cloud or hybrid environments.
• Knowledge of Linux and/or Windows server administration.
• Familiarity with data warehousing, business intelligence (BI), and data integration concepts.
• Experience with other databases such as Oracle, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL.

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Attention to detail, with a proactive attitude toward system optimization and issue resolution.

Bring out your best
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.  

We win with inclusion
SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.

SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com.

For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program , according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.

Compensation Range Transparency : SAP believes the value of pay transparency contributes towards an honest and supportive culture and is a significant step toward demonstrating SAP’s commitment to pay equity. SAP provides the annualized compensation range inclusive of base salary and variable incentive target for the career level applicable to the posted role. The targeted combined range for this position is 107300 - 230600 USD USD. The actual amount to be offered to the successful candidate will be within that range, dependent upon the key aspects of each case which may include education, skills, experience, scope of the role, location, etc. as determined through the selection process. Any SAP variable incentive includes a targeted dollar amount and any actual payout amount is dependent on company and personal performance. Please reference this link for a summary of SAP benefits and eligibility requirements:

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Requisition ID: 439103  | Work Area: Information Technology  | Expected Travel: 0 - 10%  | Career Status: Professional  | Employment Type: Regular Full Time   | Additional Locations:  #LI-Hybrid

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