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Mohamed Bah

Upper Marlboro,MD

Summary

Dedicated Oracle Database Administrator with years of experience in database management, performance tuning, and data integrity. Proficient in administering Oracle databases across multiple versions and platforms, with a strong background in backup and recovery processes, automation, and high-availability configurations. An exceptional problem solver with excellent communication skills, capable of working collaboratively in team environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Database Administrator

NASA/SWEP
Greenbelt, MD
07.2023 - Current
  • Assist in the administration of Oracle databases, including installation, configuration, and patching, ensuring optimal performance and security
  • Collaborate with senior DBAs to create and manage database objects such as tables, indexes, and triggers
  • Monitor database performance, logs, disk space, and bottlenecks, performing SQL code reviews and analysis to resolve issues
  • Maintain data dictionary information and develop documentation for system designs, components, and interfaces
  • Execute ad-hoc queries to support internal stakeholders and application developers with data analysis
  • Participate in the planning and coordination of security measures alongside systems administrators to safeguard data integrity
  • Provide Level II customer support via phone, email, and ServiceNow, ensuring high customer satisfaction.

Database Administrator

BlueCross BlueShield
Atlanta, GA
09.2017 - 01.2023
  • Administer Oracle databases (11g, 12c, 18c, 19c) on Linux platforms, ensuring high availability and performance
  • Manage Multi-tenant RAC environments, implementing installation, configuration, and maintenance tasks
  • Configure and maintain physical standby databases using Data Guard, performing Hot and Cold backups with RMAN
  • Optimize database performance through AWR, ADDM, and ASH reports, automating routine tasks using crontab and shell scripts
  • Monitor and troubleshoot database processes and lags in Golden Gate to ensure real-time data replication
  • Participate in quarterly patching processes for Oracle DB and maintain database security and integrity.

Database Administrator

Cardinal Health
Dublin, OH
03.2015 - 09.2017
  • Installed, upgraded, and patched Oracle databases (11g, 12c) in Linux environments, enhancing system functionality and security
  • Conducted database maintenance, backups, and recovery operations for production environments, automating processes with PL/SQL
  • Monitored database performance and managed user access through Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM), applying best practices for high availability
  • Executed successful upgrades from 11g to 12c and managed Data Guard configurations, including planned maintenance activities and switchovers
  • Utilized Golden Gate for bidirectional replication, facilitating data synchronization across databases.

Education

Bachelor of Science (Honors) -

University of Sierra Leone, Fourah Bay College
Freetown
12.2013

Skills

  • Linux
  • Unix
  • Windows
  • SQL
  • PL/SQL
  • Shell Scripting
  • Oracle 11g
  • 12c
  • 18c
  • 19c
  • PostgreSQL
  • Data Guard
  • Golden Gate
  • Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM)
  • RMAN
  • Toad

Certification

Oracle Database Administrator,

  • 04/20

References

  • KG WOLTZ, IT Department Director (NASA SWEP), KG.WOLTZ@nasa.gov
  • Jesse Bennett, Senior Database Administrator (NASA/SWEP), Jesse.bennett-1@nasa.gov

Timeline

Database Administrator

NASA/SWEP
07.2023 - Current

Database Administrator

BlueCross BlueShield
09.2017 - 01.2023

Database Administrator

Cardinal Health
03.2015 - 09.2017

Bachelor of Science (Honors) -

University of Sierra Leone, Fourah Bay College
Mohamed Bah