Mac Wesley
Aubrey,TX
Summary
Accomplished SQL Server Database Administrator with over four years of specialized experience in optimizing database performance, managing backup and restore processes, and overseeing environment management across development, test, and production systems. Proven track record in maintaining database security, monitoring server health, and ensuring seamless business continuity through robust recovery strategies. Committed to supporting diverse technology environments with meticulous attention to detail and adherence to regulatory compliance standards. Known for a proactive approach to problem-solving and a dedication to enhancing system efficiency and reliability.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SQL Server Database Administrator
Artech
06.2023 - Current
- Maintain and monitor 40+ SQL Server environments (prod/dev/test) with 24/7 availability.
- Perform proactive performance tuning and query optimization, reducing slow queries by 45%.
- Implement backup, recovery, and database integrity plans across all environments.
- Enforce database security policies, user role management, and patching schedules.
- Configure and manage Always On Availability Groups to support HA for critical healthcare applications.
- Collaborate with development and QA teams on data refreshes, deployments, and schema versioning.
- Developed and implemented database backup and recovery strategies to safeguard data integrity.
Junior SQL Server DBA
Mphasis Technologies
05.2021 - 05.2023
- Supported SQL Server 2016/2019 for Medicaid and insurance claim systems.
- Assisted in the migration and restoration of databases in a change-controlled environment.
- Monitored job failures, disk usage, and server metrics; resolved issues proactively.
- Documented procedures and supported backup verification and disaster recovery drills.
- Optimized indexes and queries for better performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Analytics
University of Buea
Cameroon10.2010
Skills
- SQL Server 2016–2022
- Database Security & Integrity
- Performance Tuning & Optimization
- Backup & Restore (Full/Log/Diff)
- Monitoring & Capacity Planning
- HA/DR (Always On, Replication)
- Transparent data encryption
- SQL server agent
- Change Control & Versioning
- Problem Analysis & Troubleshooting
- Exceptional Written & Verbal Communication
- Detail-Oriented & Process-Driven
- Collaboration Across IT & Clinical Teams
Certification
SQL Server Performance Tuning (Coursera)
Timeline
SQL Server Database Administrator
Artech
06.2023 - Current
Junior SQL Server DBA
Mphasis Technologies
05.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Business Analytics
University of Buea