Vacancy title:
Database Administrator
Jobs at:
Absa Group LimitedDeadline of this Job:
Tuesday, June 18 2024
Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, June 05 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
Job Summary
A Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for managing and maintaining an organization’s databases, ensuring that they are secure, accessible, and performing optimally
Job Description
Database Administrator Job Description
A Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for managing and maintaining an organization’s databases, ensuring that they are secure, accessible, and performing optimally. Their duties may include:
Database Management:
• Monitor database performance, conduct regular performance tuning, and optimize queries for maximum efficiency.
• Install, configure, and upgrade database software and related tools.
• Develop and implement database backup and recovery strategies to ensure data reliability and minimize downtime.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as database backups, index rebuilding, and statistics gathering.
• Manage and optimize databases to ensure availability and reliability.
Data Security and Compliance:
• Secure access to databases and manage backup solutions to prevent data loss in the event of system failure.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and handle sensitive data ethically.
Infrastructure Enhancement:
• Design, implement, and monitor database systems.
• Ensure the ETL process run smoothly and data are properly loaded.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to database performance or functionality.
Collaboration:
• Work closely with development teams, system administrators, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless database operations.
• Help to optimize queries of other individuals for report purposes.
• Automate report requirements.
• Report/Plan the data infrastructure requirements.
• Monitor the health of the database and other MIS tools.
• Support other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Skills and Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proficiency in database management systems (e.g., PostGresql, Oracle, MySQL, SQL Server).
• Capable in automation of database tasks/scripts in various technologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of data security best practices.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Knowledge on programming is added advantage.
Education
• National Certificate: Information Technology
Job Experience: No Requirements
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months:
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Job application procedure
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