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SQL Server Database Administrator - 2nd Shift (M-F 6PM-3AM Eastern Time) - National General

Allstate Insurance
United States, Illinois
Sep 18, 2025

National General is a part of The Allstate Corporation, which means we have the same innovative drive that keeps us a step ahead of our customers' evolving needs. We offer home, auto and accident and health insurance, as well as other specialty niche insurance products, through a large network of independent insurance agents, as well as directly to consumers.

Job Description

The SQL Server Database Administrator on the 2nd Shift creates basic database structures for small to medium projects, provides support in the day-to-day operational management of Database Technologies and aids in software maintenance lifecycle management with assistance. The individual assists with basic database performance tuning and consultation, database configuration implementation, creates and maintains scripts and test plan execution.

The work schedule is Monday thru Friday from 6PM to 3AM Eastern Time.

The internal National General job title used for this role is Database Admin Consultant I.

The work schedule is Monday thru Friday from 6PM to 3AM Eastern Time.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assists with basic Data Definition Language (DDL) implementation, such as creating tables, indexes, schemas, and setting up security; perform basic database maintenance services for application development teams

  • Assists with installing client tools and drivers based on established documented procedures; assist with installing and maintaining database tools/utilities to support the DBMS environment

  • Assists in root-cause analysis on minor incidents; participate with DBMS vendors and others to determine causes and solutions for database problems/issues

  • Installs/creates low complexity database based on established documented procedures

  • Collects database performance and usage metrics to report trends; assists Technical lead in updating database availability SLA records as necessary

  • Collects database back-up requirements; assist with recovery/roll-back as directed for low complexity applications

  • Assists with authoring and executing scripts

Job Qualifications

  • Installation & Configuration: 1 or more years of experience in setting up database clients, drivers, and utilities across DBMS environments.

  • Database Management: Skilled in basic DDL operations (tables, indexes, schemas) and routine maintenance to support development teams.

  • Database Deployment: Proficient in installing and creating low-complexity databases per standards.

  • Incident Response: Able to assist in root-cause analysis and collaborate with internal teams to resolve issues.

  • Performance Monitoring: Collects and analyzes metrics to support capacity planning and SLA tracking. Experience with one of the following preferred SQL Diagnostic Manager, SolarWinds, Dynatrace, DataDog

  • Backup & Recovery: Understands backup procedures and supports recovery for low-complexity applications.

  • Scripting & Automation: Writes and runs basic scripts (SQL, T-SQL); familiar with automation tools.

  • Tools & Technologies: Exposure to platforms like Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL; basic knowledge of monitoring and tuning tools.

Experience

* 1 or more years of experience (Preferred)

Supervisory Responsibilities

* This job does not have supervisory duties.

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Compensation

Base compensation offered for this role is $55,500.00 - $80,000.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.

*** Total compensation for this role is comprised of several factors, including the base compensation outlined above, plus incentive pay (i.e., commission, bonus, etc.) as applicable for the role.

Joining our team isn't just a job - it's an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. One where you can shape the future of protection while supporting causes that mean the most to you. Joining our team means being part of something bigger - a winning team making a meaningful impact.

National General Holdings Corp., a member of the Allstate family of companies, is headquartered in New York City. National General traces its roots to 1939, has a financial strength rating of A- (excellent) from A.M. Best, and provides personal and commercial automobile, homeowners, umbrella, recreational vehicle, motorcycle, supplemental health, and other niche insurance products. We are a specialty personal lines insurance holding company. Through our subsidiaries, we provide a variety of insurance products, including personal and commercial automobile, homeowners, umbrella, recreational vehicle, supplemental health, lender-placed and other niche insurance products.

Companies & Partners

Direct General Auto & Life, Personal Express Insurance, Century-National Insurance, ABC Insurance Agencies, NatGen Preferred, NatGen Premier, Seattle Specialty, National General Lender Services, ARS, RAC Insurance Partners, Mountain Valley Indemnity, New Jersey Skylands, Adirondack Insurance Exchange, VelaPoint, Quotit, HealthCompare, AHCP, NHIC, Healthcare Solutions Team, North Star Marketing, Euro Accident.

Benefits

National General Holdings Corp. is an Equal Opportunity (EO) employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of any characteristic protected by law. Candidates must possess authorization to work in the United States, as it is not our practice to sponsor individuals for work visas. In the event you need assistance or accommodation in completing your online application, please contact NGIC main office by phone at (336) 435-2000.

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