Microsoft Database Administrator

2 weeks ago


Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Tipp Focus Full time

Database Installation and Configuration:

  • Install, configure, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server instances and related components.
  • Ensure proper configuration settings for optimal database performance and security.

Database Design and Implementation:

  • Optimize database design for performance, scalability, and maintainability.

Performance Monitoring and Tuning:

  • Monitor database performance and proactively identify and resolve performance bottlenecks.
  • Implement performance tuning strategies to optimize query performance and resource utilization.

Backup and Recovery:

  • Develop and implement database backup and recovery strategies.
  • Perform regular database backups and conduct recovery operations in case of data loss or system failures.

Security Management:

  • Implement and manage database security policies and procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and best practices.

Patch Management and Upgrades:

  • Plan and execute database version upgrades as necessary.

High Availability and Disaster Recovery:

  • Configure and maintain high availability solutions, such as database mirroring, clustering, and Always On Availability Groups.
  • Develop and test disaster recovery plans for database systems.

User Access and Permissions:

  • Manage user access to databases and define roles and permissions.
  • Conduct regular audits to ensure adherence to security policies.

Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution:

  • Investigate and resolve databaserelated issues, including performance problems and data inconsistencies.
  • Collaborate with other IT teams to address systemwide issues.

Documentation:

  • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for database configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
  • Keep documentation up to date with changes and improvements.

Qualifications:

Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Experience:

  • Minimum of [5] years of experience as a Microsoft SQL Server Database Administrator.

Technical Skills:

  • Proficient in Microsoft SQL Server administration and T-SQL scripting.
  • Experience with performance monitoring and tuning tools.

Certifications:

  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or equivalent certifications are a plus.

Communication:

  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with crossfunctional teams.

Problem Solving:

  • Analytical mindset with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex database issues.

Additional Requirements:

  • Ability to participate in oncall rotation for offhours support.
  • Stay informed about industry trends and emerging database technologies.


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