ULRICH WANDJIE
Laurel,MD
Summary
Dedicated and results-oriented Senior Oracle Database Administrator with over 7 years of comprehensive experience in spearheading database performance optimization, data security, and maintaining high availability across various sectors. Specializes in the application of advanced Oracle DBA methodologies, including performance tuning, replication, backup, and recovery strategies. Exhibits proficiency in leveraging a broad spectrum of operating system tools, performance monitoring technologies, and security protocols to support sophisticated database infrastructures. Adept at scripting for automation and efficiency gains, leading database upgrade initiatives, and mentoring junior team members, underlining a commitment to both technological excellence and team development. Known for a proactive approach to challenges, continuous process improvement, and an extensive technical knowledge foundation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LEAD DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR
Kyndryl
04.2022 - Current
- Enhanced disaster recovery capabilities by implementing efficient strategies and procedures.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and developments to ensure preparedness for emerging risks.
- Increased efficiency in software development processes through effective collaboration with developers to design databases that support application requirements.
- Enhanced security measures for sensitive data by developing and enforcing strict access controls.
- Trained junior database administrators to improve team productivity and overall department efficiency.
- Implemented proactive maintenance schedules, ensuring optimal database health and stability.
- Automated routine tasks through scripting, saving time and resources for more strategic initiatives.
- Created and updated database designs and data models.
- Optimized database performance by conducting regular monitoring and tuning activities.
SENIOR DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR
Planet Payment
08.2020 - 04.2022
- Optimized database performance by conducting regular maintenance and implementing best practices.
- Reduced downtime during system upgrades by planning and executing seamless migration processes.
- Provided expert advice on database design, database replication leading to improved efficiency and scalability in new projects.
- Implemented robust backup strategies to safeguard essential data against potential loss or corruption incidents.
- Conducted regular audits of user access rights, safeguarding against unauthorized access or potential breaches of sensitive data.
- Reduced data retrieval times for business users by creating indexed views and optimizing stored procedures.
- Configure and maintain database servers and processes, including monitoring of system health and performance, to ensure high levels of performance, availability, and security.
- Assisted in disaster recovery planning, contributing to business continuity objectives and risk mitigation strategies.
- Maintained high availability of critical databases by implementing robust clustering techniques, ensuring uninterrupted access to vital information for end users.
- Administered, supported, and monitored databases by proactively resolving database issues and maintaining servers.
- Utilized RDBMS tools and utilities to monitor, tune and optimize system performance.
TECHNOLOGY LEAD (Database Administrator)
Infosys Limited
09.2019 - 10.2020
- Migrated 10T bytes database schemas to AWS RDS PostgreSQL using AWS SCT and ORA2PG
- Completed data migrations with DMS AWS tools to migrate on premises database to AWS Cloud
- Database monitoring/maintenance, replication process and performance tuning are done using OEM
- Reduced client downtime during migrations by effectively planning and executing seamless transition strategies.
- Increased customer satisfaction with thorough pre-migration assessments and personalized migration plans.
- Worked closely with developers to optimize SQL queries for better query performance across various applications utilizing Oracle databases.
- Streamlined database operations for efficient use of resources, applying patches and upgrades when necessary.
ORACLE DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR
Priority Health
04.2017 - 09.2019
- Design, manage and administer on-premises and cloud databases, including architecture, documentation, long-range requirements, operational guidelines, and protection strategies.
- Streamlined backup processes, ensuring timely recovery in case of data loss or system failure.
- Improved database performance by optimizing SQL queries and implementing indexing strategies.
- Install, configure, and upgrade Oracle software and related products.
- Monitor and troubleshoot problems to ensure continuous operation of databases and related functions.
- Develop database utilities and automated reporting.
- Reduced downtime by proactively monitoring and addressing potential issues with the Oracle Database system.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
University of Douala
Skills
- High Availability & Disaster Recovery
- Backup and recovery
- Performance Tuning
- Database Design
- Replication Strategies
- Database Security
- Database Management
- Incident Management
- Scripting & automation
- Upgrade & Patching
- Agile Methodology
- Multitasking Abilities
Databases
- Oracle 10g - 19c
- MySQL 5.6 - 8.0
- PostgreSQL 9.6 - 11
Operating Systems
- UNIX (Solaris 9/10, AIX, HP-UX)
- LINUX
- Ubuntu
- MS windows
- AZURE
- AWS Cloud
Certification
- Kyndryl Site Reliability Engineer bootcamp certificate
- AWS Cloud Solutions Architect Associate
- Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2019 Architect Associate (OCI)
- Oracle Database Administrator Certified Associate (OCA) 12c
- Oracle SQL fundamental
- CompTIA Security+
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
LEAD DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR
Kyndryl
04.2022 - Current
SENIOR DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR
Planet Payment
08.2020 - 04.2022
TECHNOLOGY LEAD (Database Administrator)
Infosys Limited
09.2019 - 10.2020
ORACLE DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR
Priority Health
04.2017 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
University of Douala
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