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Brian Reisch

Boynton Beach,FL

Summary

Accomplished database professional with extensive expertise in Microsoft SQL Server and PostgreSQL, specializing in infrastructure upgrade planning and high availability strategies. Demonstrates proficiency in cloud-based database solutions, including SQL Azure, and possesses a deep understanding of NoSQL databases such as MongoDB. Adept at technical staff mentoring, software troubleshooting, and performance tuning, ensuring optimal system functionality and adherence to service level agreements. Skilled in risk assessment, disaster recovery planning, and change control processes, with a strong focus on solution-oriented thinking. Committed to leveraging advanced skills in data warehousing, replication methods, and security protocols to drive successful project management outcomes.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Senior Database Administrator

Vitas Healthcare
Miami, Florida
04.2012 - Current
  • Contributed to strategic planning meetings using expert knowledge on upcoming technology trends in database administration.
  • Coordinated with developers to fine-tune SQL queries for improved query response times.
  • Upgraded legacy systems to enhance overall database functionality. Upgrade paths Sybase 16 to SQL Server 2019, SQL Server 2008 R2 to SQL Server 2016, and SQL Server 2016 to SQL Server 2022. Performed Side-by-Side and Inline upgrades.
  • Identified bottlenecks in existing processes, implementing necessary modifications for improved workflow efficiency.
  • Monitored database performance, spotting and addressing issues promptly before escalation.
  • Established effective communication channels for seamless coordination amongst teams.
  • Troubleshot complex database issues, reducing operational delays significantly. From over parallelism from specific queries, SQL code causing high CPU also high Memory Grants, and speeding up SQL backups and Sybase dumps by splitting files.
  • Implemented disaster recovery plans, minimizing downtime during system failures. Using SQL AlwaysOn HAG and Windows Clustering.
  • Experience in SQL Transactional Replication and PostgreSQL Streaming Replication
  • Worked with Kubernetes to deploy containers for applications and creating database secrets.
  • Currently working on a project with Apache Ignite integrated with SQL Server to cache a subset of tables to memory then transmitting data updates to SQL Server.

Database Administrator

Bayview Financials Inc
Coral Gables, Florida
07.2010 - 04.2012
  • Implemented disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity during unforeseen events using SQL Database Mirroring and Log Shipping
  • Implement TDE database security to encrypt database files and backups.
  • Improved database performance by implementing efficient indexing strategies.
  • Managed and monitored OLTP SQL Server and Oracle 11g systems for performance issue both at the system and database levels.
  • Automated QA database refresh routines using SQL Server scripts and SQL jobs.

Database Administrator

Liberty Medical Supplies
Port St Lucie, Florida
11.2004 - 07.2010
  • Implemented disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity during unforeseen events.
  • Managed and monitored system backup procedures for enhanced data security.
  • Conducted regular updates and patches on systems, maintaining optimum functionality at all times. SQL Server and SharePoint patches
  • Streamlined data migration processes, resulting in smooth transitions during upgrades. Upgrade project was SQL Server 2000 to 2005 & SQL Server 2005 to 2008 R2.
  • Developed several SSAS Cubes and built SharePoint dashboards
  • Installed and administered SharePoint for the Data Warehouse group.
  • Did SQL deployments and administered a MySQL 5.0 servers

Web Developer

TechTron Incorporated
West Palm Beach, Florida
01.2004 - 11.2004
  • Developed dynamic and interactive websites for enhanced user engagement. Using Visual C# and SQL Server backend.
  • Tested websites in various browsers and devices to ensure consistency.
  • Established and promoted design guidelines, best practices and standards to maintain quality of work.
  • Optimized applications for maximum speed and scalability, enhancing website performance.
  • Implemented debugging procedures to ensure optimal site performance.

Database Administrator

PinPoint Marketing
Lake Mary, Florida
02.2002 - 09.2003
  • Coordinated effectively with vendors for procurement of hardware and software necessary for database infrastructure enhancement.
  • Ensured database integrity by enforcing data standards and guidelines.
  • Managed and monitored system backup procedures for enhanced data security in both MySQL and SQL Server 2000
  • Managed MySQL server with performance issues and Maintenance (indexing and statistics) routines.
  • Migrated main marketing database from MySQL to SQL Server 2000
  • Developed inter office intranet for communication and order processing using Cold Fusion.

Database Developer

Trader Publishing
Orlando, Florida
08.2001 - 01.2002
  • Upgraded legacy database systems for increased efficiency and reliability. Migrated from ProgressDB to SQL Server 2000
  • Reduced data redundancy through effective normalization of databases.
  • Developed complex database systems for streamlined operations.
  • Improved system performance by designing robust indexing strategies.

Systems Engineer

Precision Response Corporation
Orlando, Florida
07.1998 - 08.2001
  • Facilitated seamless software transitions through meticulous planning and execution.
  • Achieved increased system reliability with proactive maintenance and upgrades.
  • Maintained comprehensive knowledge of industry standards, ensuring compliance at all times.
  • Integrated complex software applications for enhanced operational efficiency.

Education

Associate Degree - Computer Science

Florida College
Melbourne, Florida
09.1989 - 05.1993

Skills

  • Understanding of normalisation rules
  • Infrastructure upgrade planning
  • NoSQL databases understanding : MongoDB
  • Database testing
  • Technical staff mentoring
  • Cloud-Based database experience : SQL Azure
  • Backup and recovery procedures
  • Server clustering techniques
  • Software troubleshooting expertise
  • T-SQL programming
  • Replication methods
  • Security protocols knowledge
  • High availability strategies
  • Service level agreement adherence
  • Change control process understanding
  • Solution-Oriented thinking
  • Risk assessment capabilities
  • Knowledge of indexing mechanisms
  • Microsoft SQL Server mastery
  • PostgreSQL knowledge
  • Project management experience
  • SQL expertise
  • Shell Scripting
  • Performance tuning
  • Data warehousing
  • Interpersonal relations
  • Database design
  • Data migration
  • Leadership
  • Backend software development
  • Windows Server and Linux
  • Ubuntu
  • Windows Server Operating Systems
  • Performance Tuning and Optimization (PTO)
  • Cloud computing
  • Data audits
  • Disaster recovery planning
  • High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) management

Languages

English
Native
German
Elementary (A2)

Timeline

Senior Database Administrator

Vitas Healthcare
04.2012 - Current

Database Administrator

Bayview Financials Inc
07.2010 - 04.2012

Database Administrator

Liberty Medical Supplies
11.2004 - 07.2010

Web Developer

TechTron Incorporated
01.2004 - 11.2004

Database Administrator

PinPoint Marketing
02.2002 - 09.2003

Database Developer

Trader Publishing
08.2001 - 01.2002

Systems Engineer

Precision Response Corporation
07.1998 - 08.2001

Associate Degree - Computer Science

Florida College
09.1989 - 05.1993

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