Encore - Database Administration Manager
Database Manager - Encore (Cigna Retiree Program) The Data Administration Manager leads a defined area within Database Administration and Management and is accountable for the delivery, performance, and reliability of assigned database services. This role supports enterprise database environments across multiple platforms. The role applies deep technical knowledge while operating within established practices and focuses on executing strategy, managing priorities, and ensuring operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee day‑to‑day database operations, including performance, availability, security, and data integrity. Manage database utilities, capacity planning, backups, and recovery across environments. Partner with application, infrastructure, and business teams to support database needs and resolve issues. Monitor project timelines and costs for database‑related initiatives within the assigned area. Provide consultation and guidance to database users and stakeholders. Prepare operational metrics, status updates, and progress reports. Identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency within database operations.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Experience in database administration or data operations. Strong understanding of database administration tools and practices. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Strong communication and stakeholder‑management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting enterprise‑scale or multi‑platform database environments. Background in regulated or highly controlled environments. If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload. About Cigna Healthcare Cigna Healthcare, a division of The Cigna Group, is an advocate for better health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the health care system, empowering them with the information and insight they need to make the best choices for improving their health and vitality. Join us in driving growth and improving lives. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete the online application process, please email [email protected] for assistance. Please note that this email inbox is dedicated to accommodation requests only and cannot provide application updates or accept resumes. The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances. Apply To This Job