Database Administrator

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Administer, maintain, and support MS SQL, Oracle, and Sybase databases across production, DR, and test environments.

Install, configure, and maintain database management systems (DBMS) such as Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Sybase, or MongoDB

Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement tuning solutions

Implement and maintain the Minimum Baseline (MSB) for all databases in accordance with the bank s standards.

Conduct regular performance tuning, capacity planning, and data integrity checks

Design and maintain database schemas, indexes, and queries

Troubleshoot database issues and provide timely resolution

Implement and maintain access controls, roles, and permissions

Security, Patching, and Compliance

Apply security patches and upgrades as recommended by internal security assessments or vendor advisories.

Ensure all databases meet compliance requirements related to security, access control, and data privacy.

Monitor and mitigate database vulnerabilities through proactive controls and vendor coordination.

Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with company policies and regulations

Manage database upgrades, patches, and migrations

Issue Resolution and Support

Collaborate with other team members on handling tasks and knowledge sharing

Troubleshoot and resolve database incidents and performance issues in coordination with IT applications and infrastructure teams.

Provide support for banking applications that interface with the databases, ensuring smooth data operations.

Coordinate with principal vendors for escalated issues and advanced technical support.

Work closely with developers and system administrators to support applications

Backup and Recovery

Ensure scheduled backups are successfully performed and recovery processes are tested regularly.

Maintain disaster recovery plans and ensure readiness of DR systems.

Perform database backup, recovery, and disaster-recovery planning

Capacity and Change Management

Monitor database usage trends and conduct capacity planning to avoid resource bottlenecks.

Participate in change management processes, including review and execution of database-related changes in alignment with ITIL standards.

Manage and maintain database availability and resiliency across all datacenters