With over seven years of hands-on expertise in MS-SQL SERVER Database Analysis and Administration across various sectors such as Insurance, Financial Institutions, retail, and high-tech domains, I have consistently demonstrated a progression of responsibilities. Notably, I have maintained a remarkable 10-minute MTTR SLA with our esteemed clients. I excel in effectively prioritizing and completing projects and tasks within specified budgetary and time constraints while remaining adaptable to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously. As a dynamic DBA, I thrive on acquiring knowledge of new programs and methodologies. My collaborative nature makes me an asset to any team, as I am meticulous in my attention to detail and thrive in fast-paced environments. I possess exemplary oral and written communication skills, complemented by strong problem-solving and negotiation abilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MS SQL Server DBA
WELLSFARGO BANK
Austin, Tx
12.2019 - Current
Database architecture and administration, installation, configuration, upgrades, capacity planning, performance tuning, backup and recovery, and index maintenance in a very large high-transaction, and fast-paced environment
Managing the production, development, and testing of databases including performance tuning, capacity planning, SQL Server clustering, database security configuration, and database continuity
Working closely with system administrators to assist with successful installation, upgrades, and patches
Cloning production databases for testing/ stress testing/patch management/ upgrades
Managing security using SQL Logins, Roles, and Security Modes for various users including permissions and auditing, penetration and vulnerability tests, and restricting SQL access
Confident in Configuring and Installing SQL Server on Linux
Implementing Disaster Recovery and High Availability of database servers using Database mirroring, replications, always-on, Clustering, and Log Shipping
MS-SQL 2008/2008r2/2012/2014/2016/2017/2019 administration including installation, configuration, upgrades, capacity planning, performance tuning, backup, and recovery
Use both native and various 3rd party tools like SQL Sentry, SQL Save, SolarWinds, Idera SQL Diagnostic Manager, and also Ignite for database performance and T-SQL Tuning AQ`1
Develop and document SQL coding guidelines for SQL Server 2005, SQL Server 2008 R2, and SQL Server 2012
Generate the weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports by using SQL Standard Report
Experience in monitoring and troubleshooting 24x7 operations and providing on-call services to clients
Develop and modify stored procedures, queries, views, indexes, and functions to handle business rules, history data, and audit analysis
Use SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) and Extract Transform Loading (ETL) tools to populate data from various data sources, creating packages for different data loading operations for application
Deploy, Configure, and Maintain Compute on Azure Cloud
Troubleshoot Azure-related issues and engage internal teams and Users/Vendor for issue resolutions
Configure and support SSIS, SSRS for SQL Server 2008, 2008 R2, 2012, 2014, 2016, 2017 and 2019
Use Azure Data Factory (ADF) for Data transformation and scale-out serverless Data integration
Overall assignment of roles and permissions within the SQL Server environment
Creating and managing Azure SQL resources with the Azure portal
Backup and restore Azure SQL Databases
Provisioning new SQL Databases on the cloud
Researching and setting the appropriate permissions for each ID in the databases
Use HDInsight to perform interactive queries at petabyte scales over structured or unstructured data
Ability to store data directly in the Azure storage and capture data that is collected incrementally from various sources using HDInsight HBase cluster
Troubleshooting NoSQL databases and custom application issues
Building Applications that extract critical insights from data using HDInsight
Assisting in the design, coding, testing, and implementation of high-volume transactional (OLTP) SQL database instances
Assisting developers with complex query tuning through schema refinement
Managing SQL Server databases through multiple product lifecycle environments, from development to mission-critical production systems
Rebuilding the indexes on regular intervals and placing the huge tables/non-clustered index on the separate file group to improve the performance
Ability to employ tools that proactively identify database performance issues and bottlenecks.
MS SQL Server DBA
STATE AUTO INSURANCE COMPANIES
Marietta, GA
01.2017 - 11.2019
Supporting both Financial and Insurance services for the Organization
I worked closely with the cyber security and privacy team to ensure compliance with all applicable privacy legislation, including GDPR, CCPA, PCI, HIPPA, auditing, risk assessment, and emergency adjustments
Designing, Implementing, and maintaining database schema, entity relationship diagrams, data modeling, tables, stored procedures, functions and triggers, constraints, indexes, functions, views, rules, defaults, and complex SQL statements
I have used PowerShell to install and configure SQL Server both pre- and post-build
Ensure database performance monitoring and tuning are regularly accomplished
Implement security policy design for current and new applications
Responsible for maintenance, Backup (using both Idera Sql SAFE and Native backup) & Recovery, testing, alerts (job failures, database & server capacity, etc.), and database integrity checks
Review logs, update database statistics, and index management
Participate in DBA On-call monthly and document environments and processes where applicable
Managed environment and system configuration changes and application of problem management upon available skills and experiences
Management and Implementation of Resources planning, operations, and cooperation on the application of projects for continual environment and procedure improvement
Designed backup and restore strategies and Disaster Recovery solutions to prevent data loss
Database maintenance, Manipulation, and Cleanup
MS-SQL 2008/2012/2014/2016/2019 administration including installation, migration, configuration, upgrades, capacity planning, performance tuning, backup, and recovery
Configuring and setting up of Database Replication, Mirroring, and Log Shipping and AlwaysOn
Extensive Monitoring of SQL Server with Third Party Tools like IDERA, REDGATE, and SolarWinds
I have successfully engaged in various DR (Disaster Recover) efforts for clients
I have remediated various SQL Vulnerabilities in my environment to secure our SQL infrastructure
Comparing and deploying SQL Server database schemas quickly and accurately using the Redgate tool.
DBA
Puckett EMS
Austell, GA
03.2015 - 01.2017
I managed the Backup and Restore status on applicable servers
Performs Windows analysis, acquisition, installation, maintenance, and upgrade of server/computer hardware, operating systems, and software utilities; Manage the deployment, upgrades, and maintenance of, servers, hardware, software, desktop operating systems, and printers
Administering Windows Server 2003, 2008r2, 2012
Performing server/client upgrades on Windows Server 2008, 2008r2 2012, and 2014
SQL Development - ability to write and troubleshoot SQL Code and design (stored procedures, functions, tables, views, triggers, indexes, constraints)
Responsible for Windows troubleshooting of all incoming incidents and performing service requests
Managed environment and system configuration changes and application of problem management upon available skills and experiences
Worked with a team of 14 professionals (6 remote and 8 onsite) and coordinated them to achieve project goals and objectives
Import and export data (Dev to QA, QA to Production)
Ensuring Database performance monitoring and tuning is regularly accomplished
Creating database design for new project support and enhancing previous databases for free bottlenecks
SQL Server database physical model creation and implementation (data type, indexing, table design)
Responsible for setting up and scheduling various tasks by creating maintenance plans
Monitored and maintained appropriate disk storage requirements for the database
Implemented Database mirroring and transactional replication.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE -
01.2010
Skills
Planning
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Self-Directed
Analytical
Team Management
Project Planning
Leadership
Remote Office Availability
Dependable and Responsible
Professional Job Experience
WELLSFARGO BANK, MS SQL Server DBA, 12/2019, Present, Austin, Tx
AGILITY LOGISTICS CORP., DBA, 03/2015, 01/2017, IRVINE, CA
STATE AUTO INSURANCE COMPANIES, MS SQL Server DBA, 01/2017, 11/2019, Marietta, GA
Certification
Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator Associate
Microsoft Certified Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamental
Microsoft Certified: DP 900 & 300 in-view
Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA)
Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA)
Scrum Master Accredited Certification
Diploma in Computer Information Technology (CIT)
Areas Of Experience Strength
Performed Windows Software installs/upgrades, monitoring/alert configuration
Experience in troubleshooting performance issues (Query Optimization, I/O bottleneck, Blocking, Deadlock, Memory, CPU) to maintain uptime for SQL Server.
Manage the production and development databases including performance tuning, capacity planning, SQL Server clustering, database security configuration, and database continuity on SQL Server 2008 R2, 2012, and SQL Server 2014.
Table partitioning, file, and file-group management, Knowledge of High Availability of database servers using Database mirroring, replications, and Log Shipping.
Design and implement 2005, 2008 R2, 2012, and MS SQL 2014, 2016, and 2019 databases for mission-critical business.
Experienced in Disk and Server configuration through Raid for SQL Server.
Use SQL Profiler for troubleshooting, monitoring, and optimization of SQL Server and SQL code.
Troubleshoot databases and custom application issues for 2005, SQL Server 2008 R2, 2012, 2014, 2016, and 2019.
Experienced in working with end users to define, implement, and maintain their reporting requirements.
Experienced in the design, coding, testing, and implementation of high-volume transactional (OLTP) SQL database instances.
Managing SQL Azure Databases and Replicating data from onsite Databases to Cloud.
Collaborating with developers to ensure new environments meet requirements and conform to best practices.
Automating deployment of T-SQL, PowerShell, and respective scripts, system configurations, and security settings.
Experienced in the Deployment of SSIS packages and SSRS Reports.
Generate the weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports by using SQL Standard Report.
Create reports that run daily for jobs running in SQL Server Agent.
Experienced with monitoring and troubleshooting in 24x7 operations.
Strong experience in Database Administration in SQL Server.
Installation, configuration, and upgrade of Microsoft SQL Server 2008r2 and 2012,2014, 2016, 2019.
Experience in troubleshooting and resolving database integrity issues, performance issues, blocking and deadlocking issues, replication issues, log shipping issues, connectivity issues, security issues, etc.
Configuring and setting up Windows Server Failover Clustering Environment Strong.
Ability to detect and troubleshoot SQL Server-related CPU, memory, I/O, disk space, and other resource contention.