Database Management:

• Install, configure, and maintain database management systems (DBMS) on Windows servers, including Oracle, My-SQL and Postgress.
• Monitor and optimize database performance, including query tuning and indexing.
• Implement and manage database backup and recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and availability.

Security and Compliance:

• Configure and enforce database security policies and access controls.
• Monitor for security vulnerabilities and apply patches or updates as needed.
• Ensure databases comply with industry standards and regulations (e.g., GDPR, POPIA, HIPAA, etc).
  

Performance Monitoring and Tuning:

• Continuously monitor database performance using tools and techniques to identify and address performance bottlenecks.
• Optimize database queries and configurations to enhance efficiency and speed.

Troubleshooting and Support:

• Provide technical support and resolve database-related issues reported by users or identified through monitoring tools.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database errors, connectivity issues, and performance problems.

Data Management:

• Develop and maintain scripts for database maintenance, automation, and data migration tasks.
• Ensure data integrity and consistency across database systems.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain comprehensive documentation for database configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
• Generate and review reports on database performance, security, and usage.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with application developers, system administrators, and other IT staff to support database-related needs and projects.
• Provide training and support to end-users regarding database usage and best practices.

Compliance and Best Practices:

• Ensure that database management practices adhere to industry standards and regulatory requirements
• Stay current with emerging trends, tools, and best practices in database administration and Windows server management.

Minimum

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience. Knowledge of Windows Server operating systems, databases and related technologies.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator, Oracle Database Administrator) are advantageous.
• Proven experience as a Database Administrator, particularly in a Windows environment.
• Proficiency with database management systems such as Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, or MySQL.
• Experience with database performance tuning, backup, and recovery.
• Familiarity with scripting languages such as PowerShell or SQL.
• Exposure to cloud technologies ie, AWS & Azure

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.

IF you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by emailing your CV to Hire Resolve
Sql Database Administrator position available in Kwazulu-Natal, Durban. This job position was posted by Hire Resolve. The job has been posted as a char8000 ad on 2025-02-01 at 00:11:02 in the It Computer category