ICT Database Administrator
ICT Database manager will be expected to oversee databases to ensure they are in order. They are expected to determine the best possible method of organising data, recording, and implementing it. They will be responsible for overseeing the creation, maintenance, and use of databases. Collaborating with users to identify the data they need to use, the frequency, what categories they require, and how to make the process smoother for them. Responsible for testing datasets extensively to ensure accuracy. Data troubleshooting, security, backup, and integrity are critical parts of the job.
Responsibilities
- Manage a team of professionals to design and develop database systems.
- Provide guidance to database team on database structures and features.
- Create standard procedures to enhance scalability and performance of existing database architecture.
- Troubleshoot complex database issues in accurate and timely manner.
- Maintain database disaster recovery procedures to ensure continuous availability and speedy recovery.
- Supervise installation, migration and upgrade of databases.
- Ensure that database is developed according to business requirements.
- Prepare reports on database scalability and capacity planning as needed.
- Identify and resolve database issues related to performance and capacity.
- Oversee day-to-day activities of database team.
- Develop best practices for performance and operational efficiency.
- Ensure database management and maintenance tasks are performed effectively.
- Conduct training programs for staff on database development and maintenance procedures.
- Perform regular audits to ensure data integrity and quality.
- Provide regular updates to management on database project status.
- Stay updated with new database technologies and analyse such technologies to bring into scope of existing infrastructure.
- Work with the Head of ICT in ensuring timely closure on all database related issues.
- Overlooking database design
- Inducting, training, and managing junior staff in your team
- Setting up and testing new database and data handling systems
- Monitoring database efficiency
- Designing and preparing reports for management
- Developing protocols for data processing
- Creating complex query definitions that allow data to be extracted
- Training colleagues in how to input and extract data
- Planning and conducting regular backups of the database to prevent data loss
- Designing and implementing database security measures to protect against unauthorized access
- Installing and maintaining database software, including adding new features as needed
- Reviewing data to ensure it is accurate and complete, confirming that it meets business requirements and standards
- Any other activities that may be allocated by the supervisor.
Qualifications
Education & Certifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., Oracle DBA, Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator, AWS Certified Database).
Experience:
- 3 years proven experience as a DBA or in a similar role.
- Hands-on experience with database platforms (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL).
Skills:
- Proficient in database programming languages such as SQL, PL/SQL, or T-SQL.
- Strong understanding of database architecture and design.
- Experience with backup, recovery, and security strategies.
- Familiarity with cloud-based database solutions (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL).
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
