Database Administrator

Database Administration and Maintenance

• Administer, maintain, and support MS SQL, Oracle, and Sybase databases across production, DR, and test environments.
  
• Install, configure, and maintain database management systems (DBMS) such as Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Sybase, or MongoDB
  
• Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement tuning solutions
  
• Implement and maintain the Minimum Baseline (MSB) for all databases in accordance with the bank’s standards.
  
• Conduct regular performance tuning, capacity planning, and data integrity checks
  
• Design and maintain database schemas, indexes, and queries
  
• Troubleshoot database issues and provide timely resolution
  
• Implement and maintain access controls, roles, and permissions
  

Security, Patching, and Compliance

• Apply security patches and upgrades as recommended by internal security assessments or vendor advisories.
  
• Ensure all databases meet compliance requirements related to security, access control, and data privacy.
  
• Monitor and mitigate database vulnerabilities through proactive controls and vendor coordination.
  
• Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with company policies and regulations
  
• Manage database upgrades, patches, and migrations
  

Issue Resolution and Support

• Collaborate with other team members on handling tasks and knowledge sharing
  
• Troubleshoot and resolve database incidents and performance issues in coordination with IT applications and infrastructure teams.
  
• Provide support for banking applications that interface with the databases, ensuring smooth data operations.
  
• Coordinate with principal vendors for escalated issues and advanced technical support.
  
• Work closely with developers and system administrators to support applications
  

Backup and Recovery

• Ensure scheduled backups are successfully performed and recovery processes are tested regularly.
  
• Maintain disaster recovery plans and ensure readiness of DR systems.
  
• Perform database backup, recovery, and disaster-recovery planning
  

Capacity and Change Management

• Monitor database usage trends and conduct capacity planning to avoid resource bottlenecks.
  
• Participate in change management processes, including review and execution of database-related changes in alignment with ITIL standards.
  
• Manage and maintain database availability and resiliency across all datacenters
  
  
  
  

Requirements

• Omani nationals only
  
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering
  
• Minimum 6 years of hands-on experience as a DBA, preferably within the banking sector