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• Formulate procedures for database operations, maintenance, security,
  archiving and recovery.
• Support and monitor the Core Banking Systems database performance,
  availability and uptime.
• Provide substantive input to systems Disaster Recovery and Business
  Continuity plan and ensuring proper fail over setup plans.
• Monitor and tune database performance as well as control user access
  and security.
• Ensure functionality of databases and adherence of procedures by all
  users.
• Plan for all database systems, storage/capacity requirements.
• Analyze business application requirements and develop specifications
  for databases construction and maintenance.
• Commission, install and test new applications and versions of
  database Management Systems (DBMS).
• Create and maintain reporting systems using products such as crystal
  reports, etc.
• Communicate regularly with technical, applications and operational
  staff to ensure database integrity and security
• Support various projects teams
• Manage the operations of all corporate database and data center as
  per set policy & procedures.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of all corporate databases
  operations manuals and procedures.
• Monitor the status of end-of-cycle activities including backups
  ensuring compliance with schedules Critical Server Uptime.
• Plan and organize carry out routine maintenance according to agreed
  schedules and ensures satisfactory service levels with respective service
  providers.
• Investigate problems with databases and end-of-cycle runs, ensure
  appropriate corrective action or escalate problems as appropriate.
• Monitor and report on the performance of end of cycle runs and provide
  explanations for any performance deviations with recommendations for the
  redress of any difficulties.

• The applicant for the DFCU Bank Database Administrator job placement
  must hold a  University degree in
  computer science information, systems information technology or
  engineering from a reputable institution
• Four years of working experience preferably with a financial
  institution in the area of database administration and data center
  management.
• Experience with multiple storage and backup subsystems.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Server Operating Systems and UNIX i.e.
  SOLARIS & AS400.
• Knowledge of SQL and database management Systems is a must
• Experience working with open source RDBMS e.g. Mysql
• Knowledge of shell scripting and other scripting languages like
  Perl, Python, PHP etc.
• OCP, MCDBA, and Oracle PL/SQL and UNIX certification preferably
  HP-UX and LINUX will be desirable.
• ITIL
• Advanced analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work independently at any Group location in an IT support
  capacity;
• Ability to quickly assess organizational needs relative to databases
  and datacenter problems;
• Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and in verbal
  discussions with users;
• Good working knowledge of banking systems, operations, and
  processes;
• Excellent presentation and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated team player with the ability to adapt and work
  co-operatively and effectively in different situations and teams to carry
  out assigned tasks maintain a positive attitude under stress conditions.
• Disposition to share knowledge fully and willingly with other
  employees in the interest of the organization.
• Team leadership experience

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