Database Administrator

At Novacore, we’re entering an exciting new chapter. Novacore is the newly formed specialty insurance entity created from the April 2025 sale of NSM Insurance Group’s U.S. commercial division. While we carry forward a 35-year legacy of deep industry expertise, we’re transforming what commercial insurance can be. The name Novacore reflects our ambition — nova for new and brilliant, core for strength and purpose. We’re building something bold and meaningful, and every team member plays a vital role in that mission.

With more than $1.3 billion in premium across 15+ specialty insurance programs, we’re transforming the commercial insurance experience — delivering exceptional value to our agent partners and customers through smarter, faster and more collaborative ways of doing business. We specialize in tailored Property & Casualty and Accident & Health insurance solutions for niche industries, powered by advanced analytics, modern technology and a commitment to innovation at every level. Backed by strong leadership and a fresh vision, we’re bringing together the best of our past with bold new ideas to shape the future of specialty insurance.

With a renewed focus, Novacore is positioned to grow and expand through strategic mergers and acquisitions — and to lead the way in the commercial insurance space.

But it’s not just about what we do — it’s about how we do it, and who we do it with. Named a Philadelphia Inquirer Top Workplace based on employee feedback, Novacore is a place where people come to thrive. From day one, you’ll experience strong mentorship, hands-on learning and a clear path for upward mobility. You’ll grow your skills, expand your expertise and become even more exceptional — because when you succeed, we all do.

Our team isn’t just talented — they’re supernovas: bold thinkers, problem solvers and catalysts for real change in the insurance industry. Take your career to the next level with a team that’s redefining what’s possible.

Join Novacore and shine bright — your next stellar chapter starts here.

The Database Administrator (DBA) will be responsible aiding in the security, performance, and integrity of Novacore databases. **This is a hybrid situation from the Conshohocken, PA Home Office**

• Own access, compliance, and security to Novacore databases, including different access levels depending on environment. 
• Awareness of personally identifiable information (PII) and how to secure PII. 
• Focus on automating repeatable process, including database deployments, permissions, maintenance plans, reporting, etc. 
• Utilize cloud databases where appropriate.
• Participate in the change control process by reviewing and approving any scripts that modify data/schema. 
• Identify opportunities to perform database tuning to increase performance.  
• Work with the Strategy and Analytics team to ensure proper data practices are being followed. 
• Knowledge of database upgrade processes and migration strategies. 
• Knowledge of ETL and RPA processes and technology are a plus. 
• Familiarity with SOX Compliance a plus.

• Excellent skills with the following database technologies preferred SQL Server 2008 R2-2020 / Azure SQL / Cosmos DB / Sybase SQL Anywhere / Oracle / DB2.
• Tuning and optimization (query performance, index tuning, availability, capacity planning). 
• Querying and related tools. 
• Familiarity with database Backup/Restore (full, differential and transaction log backups).
• Database security including users and roles.
• Database Design (creation, modeling, proper use of schemas). 
• Experience with Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) requirements for data access, change control and auditing.
• Self-starter and highly organized. 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (English). 
• Creative thinking and strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities. 
• Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university, preferred. 
• 3+ years of job-related experience.