Assistant Database Administrator (DBA)

To assist the existing IT team in the operations.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Administration of Oracle, PostGres, MySql, MS SQL Server database
• Define users and enable data distribution to the right user in required format
• Manage and monitor user access, privileges and security
• Minimise database downtime and manage parameters to provide fast query responses
• Assist in administration of high availability/cluster architecture
• Document troubles and associated resolutions to problems
• Communicate regularly with technical, applications and operational staff to ensure database integrity and security
• Install and test new versions of the database management system (DBMS) like Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server
• Monitor database performance, implement changes and apply new patches and versions
• Write database documentation, including data standards, policies and procedures
• Develop, manage and test backup and recovery plans
• Ensure that archiving, backup and recovery procedures are functioning correctly.
• Assist in capacity planning

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum BSc in Computing field and relevant certifications
• At least two years’ experience as a DBA will be an advantage
• Knowledge of Oracle, PostGres, MySql, MS SQL Server database will be an advantage
• Knowledge of Unix OS (Redhat, SUSE Linux, Solaris) and Windows Server Operating system
• Hands-on experience with database standards and end user applications
• Knowledge of data backup, recovery, security, integrity and SQL
• Familiarity with database design, documentation and coding
• Previous experience with DBA case tools (frontend/backend) and third party tools
• Familiarity with programming languages API

Required Skills and Aptitudes:

• Good communication, coordination and interpersonal skills
• Proactive, dynamic and result oriented
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Positive and can do attitude

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