Database Administrator (DBA) at Berger Paints Nigeria Plc

 Function of the Position:

The responsibility of a database administrator (DBA) will be the performance, integrity and security of a database. The role will be involved in the planning and development of the database, as well as in troubleshooting any issues on behalf of the users.

Responsibilities

As a database administrator, you'll need to:

• Establish the needs of users and monitoring user access and security.
• Monitor performance and manage parameters in order to provide fast responses to front-end users.
• Consider both back-end organization of data and front-end accessibility for end-users.
• Refine the logical design so that it can be translated into a specific data model.
• Further refining the physical design to meet system storage requirements.
• Install and test new versions of the database management system (DBMS).
• Maintain data standards, including adherence to the Data Protection Act.
• Write database documentation, including data standards, procedures and definitions for the data dictionary (metadata).
• Control access permissions and privileges.
• Develop, manage and test back-up and recovery plans.
• Ensure that storage and archiving procedures are functioning correctly and carry out capacity planning
• Communicate regularly with technical, applications and operational staff to ensure database integrity and security.
• Commission and install new applications and customize existing applications in order to make them fit for purpose.
• Manage the security and disaster recovery aspects of a database.
• System Maintenance and support

Competencies

• Problem-solving and good analytical skills.
• Microsoft SQL 2016
• Microsoft Navigation
• Communication, teamwork and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with the main data manipulation languages and the principles of database design.
• The ability to work to tight deadlines under pressure, flexibility and adaptability.
• Good organizational skills.
• The ability to create and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues and customers
• Business awareness and understanding of business requirements of IT
• Willingness to keep up to date with developments in new technology
• Network and security management background.

Qualifications
Minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience and a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineer.