DBA Manager
2561 Bernville Road Stowe, PA 19464 US
Job Description
- Oversees the design, maintenance and implementation of the systems that manage an internal database.
- Maintain knowledge on new database technologies and incorporate it into implementation of new systems.
- DB2 (z/OS and AIX), Oracle, SQL Server, Snowflake and Essbase database platforms and systems.
- Leading our efforts in modernizing our database platforms and leveraging new technologies and/or cloud.
- Enhancing the scalability and performance of existing database architecture.
- Developing database structures and features according to organizational needs.
- Hiring, supervising, and mentoring database development teams.
- Protecting data by developing data security and restoration policies, procedures, and controls.
- Conducting diagnostic tests and evaluating performance metrics.
- Developing procedures to ensure data integrity and quality.
- Preparing and presenting system performance reports to senior managers.
- Performing database maintenance, migration, and upgrading hardware and software.
- Documenting processes and complying with best practices in database management.
- Assist staff to achieve all targets on a monthly and annual basis and prepare necessary directions and status updates to senior management.
- Develop strategic plans for various database technologies and assist in appropriate assessment of same
- Prepare initiatives for information systems and application systems through efficient coordination with internal customers.
- Assist various IT teams in appropriate implementation of new systems and system upgrades.
- Prepare and implement various resource and budgetary plans within database administration.
- Determine and execute various management programs and services and ensure support to organization.
- Ensure compliance to all security policies and procedures for company and ensure efficient work of staff.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in management information systems (MIS), computer science, information systems, or information technology.
- Advanced proficiency in Structured Query Language (SQL).
- In-depth knowledge of database technologies, architecture, and data security.
- Knowledge of best practices in database management.
- Keeping up to date with developments and trends in database management.
- Advanced analytical, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- 5-7 years retail experience with emphasis on leading database administration team.
- Strong leadership skills and ability to work with various IT and business teams as required.
- Experience with ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) concept or tools is a plus
- Experience with Microsoft Azure is a plus
Meet Your Recruiter
Shana Nelson
Vice President
Shana is a Managing Director of Top Stack’s Information Technology Division. She started in the recruiting industry 23 years ago with a large national firm where she worked for many years. Shana shares over a decade of experience in recruitment, account management, and leadership. Throughout her career, Shana has proven to be a leading performer by developing a strong rapport with clients by understanding their true needs. She is an accomplished professional with an established ability to leverage industry experience in business development, and strategic planning to improve client relations. Shana has supported clients ranging from small companies to Fortune 500 firms. Serving as an industry consultant, she provides her clients valuable insight into the local talent pool and hiring trends, as well as lending her expertise for job analysis to assist in building a thorough job description.
Shana is a native of San Francisco, California, and moved to Philadelphia 27 years ago. She earned her Bachelor of Arts from University College Cork. Shana loves ballet, Pilates, interior design, and spending as much time as she can at the beach. Shana has two amazing daughters. She is also involved in the community and several non-profits in the Philadelphia and Chester County area.
