Associate IT Database Administrator

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is seeking an Associate Database Administrator (DBA) to join our technology team. The ideal candidate has a foundational knowledge of database management and is eager to develop their skills supporting our hybrid database environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated, detail-oriented professional to begin a career in database administration.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Monitor database performance using standard tools and identify opportunities for optimization.
• Perform routine database maintenance tasks, including backups, restoration, and data migration.
• Support application development teams by assisting with database queries, schema changes, and deployments.
• Provide support for Cleveland Cliffs database environment under the guidance of senior DBAs.
• Maintain and update documentation for database configurations, procedures, and best practices.
• Provide support for other team members as required.
• Participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation to address mission-critical database issues as needed.
• Troubleshoot database related issues.
• Assist in user management, including creating accounts, assigning permissions, and ensuring data security.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or an equivalent degree/year of experience.
• Familiarity with foundational database concepts (e.g., data modeling, database design, query optimization).
• Basic understanding of Oracle database architecture and management tools.
• Basic understanding of Microsoft SQL Server administration and T-SQL.
• Working knowledge of the Linux operating system.
• Experience with Structured Query Language (SQL).
• Problem solving - some experience in a professional environment demonstrating the ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Effectively able to diagnose/troubleshoot on various technologies.
• Ability to communicate with and understand the needs of non-technical constituents, both internal and external.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and procedure manuals as well as excellent documentation skills are required..
• Strong interpersonal skills, oral communication skills, and proven analytical and creative problem-solving abilities.
• Experience working in a team-oriented and collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic understanding of IBMs DB2 administration and management tools.
• Manufacturing industry experience is preferred; mining or steel experience is a plus.
• Basic experience with scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python, PowerShell).
• Knowledge of backup and recovery strategies (e.g., RMAN for Oracle, native SQL Server backups).

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off and more

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail tocareers@clevelandcliffs.comor call 1-(312) 899-3097 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.