Database Administrator

Posted 3 days ago and deadline of application is on 23 Nov

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Planning and Design Functions

• Conducts research on latest and emerging technologies related to database and database components.
• Leads POCs and testing to assess fit-for-purpose database technologies.
• Updates and improves database architecture and standards based on reliable research and/or POC conducted.

Solutions Development Functions

• Manages the Procurement Process in relation to the acquisition of database- related assets.
• Responsible for the recommendation of suitable databases for upcoming applications based on business requirements, license considerations, technical feasibility, and performance.
• Responsible for the build process for new databases, including fine tuning and optimization in connection with application functional and performance testing to guarantee suitability for production deployment.
• Integrates database configuration with CI/CD pipelines and automates deployments where possible.
• Evaluates and integrates emerging database platforms, such as NoSQL, time-series databases, or graph databases, and other cloud-native databases based on business requirements.

Operate and Maintain Functions

• Responsible for the administration, maintenance, and support activities of the enterprise’s databases that may reside in multiple platforms.
• Manages the diagnosis, isolation, and debugging of database problems in order to perform problem resolution. Performs incident and problem management for database-related issues to ensure proper resolution is implemented to maintain IT SLA.
• Monitors database performance, plans and executes disaster recovery procedures, and provides Tier-2 technical support.
• Establishes strategies for efficient and reliable database allocation and configuration, and defines backup, recovery, and archival procedures.
• Develops regular reports to be used as input for system optimization, problem and incident resolution, and daily operations.
• Develops and establishes efficient database monitoring and control strategies, service delivery standards, and procedures for the enterprise.
• Manage escalated incidents, problems, or service requests regarding the department’s systems and services in collaboration with the other OVP-DITS departments.
• Initiate or review purchase requests or disbursements of the department
• Establishes and implements business continuity practices for database management.
• Monitors use and availability of database resources. Maintains and modifies backup and recovery procedures to meet high availability and mission-critical business needs.

Performs risk management on projects and system implementations.

• Manages and controls corporate database-related licenses to ensure compliance to database licensing models.
• Performs management of vendors and contracts.
• Performs capacity forecasting and trend analysis to ensure databases scale efficiently as data and user loads grow.
• Implements observability tools for proactive database health monitoring and\ visualization.
• Implements Role-Based Access Control and least-privilege principles for sensitive data.

Consultancy and Support Services

• Contributes in the development and standardization of the Database Platforms domain under Enterprise Architecture and DITS Standards and Processes.
• Assists in the analysis and development of solutions to resolve DITS-related problems and incidents.
• Provides consultancy and support services to the University, including review and assessment of IT requirements and as-is and to-be IT infrastructure
• Supports DITS Client Managers with consultancy in managing the demands, issues, and concerns of serviced offices.
• Conducts internal knowledge-sharing sessions or training on database technologies and best practices.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong command of SQL, PL/SQL, and database management tools
• Strong working knowledge of database security, backup and recovery, and performance monitoring standards
• Strong working knowledge of Database administration principles and troubleshooting techniques
• Strong working knowledge of infrastructure and tools
• Strong working knowledge of infrastructure design, implementation, and operations in a multi-site environment, including cloud
• Strong working knowledge in developing, implementing, and managing IT Service Management processes, methodologies, and tools
• Ability to perform IT budget management
• Ability to quickly learn new concepts and technologies in infrastructure
• Familiarity with RDBMS (Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL platforms (MongoDB, Cassandra, DynamoDB)
• Knowledge of cloud-based database services (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL, GCP Spanner)
• Proficiency with scripting languages for automation (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell)
• Knowledge of containerized database deployments (Docker, Kubernetes operators for DBs)
• Understanding of data masking, anonymization, and encryption techniques
• Familiarity with AI/ML-assisted database performance tools
• Exposure to data warehouse or data lake technologies
• Familiarity with Agile and DevOps environments
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills, with strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving and time management skills

Education and Experience Requirements:

• At least Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or related course (or equivalent relevant work experience)
• At least 5 years in a similar role and/or in a Database Administrator role in an enterprise environment.
• Experience with implementing and supporting enterprise IT systems and solutions and applying technology to solve business problems.
• Experience working in organizations that apply the concepts of SEI CMMI, ITSM/ITIL, COBIT, or other related standards and methodologies.
• Experience in preparing the IT infrastructure’s high-level and low-level designs, including high availability and disaster recovery.
• Database management
• Basic database administration, configuration, and troubleshooting
• Enterprise Data Storage Solutions
• Data protection solutions, backup and recovery tools
• Cloud-based technologies (i.e., AWS, Azure, etc.)
• Experience with hybrid or multi-cloud environments
• Experience with data migration projects (e.g., legacy to cloud, SQL to NoSQL)
• Certifications (Optional/Preferred):
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
  • AWS Certified Database – Specialty
  • Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)
  • Google Cloud Certified: Professional Data Engineer
  • ITIL v4 Foundations or intermediate certification

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