Database Admintrator at George Houston Resources Limited

 JOB DUTIES/DESCRIPTION

• Assess database performance
• Extracting and/or loading data
• Setting up cyber security measures
• Ensuring all hardware and software are updated
• Authenticating data
• Monitoring the performance of hardware and software
• Configuring servers and databases
• Preserving data integrity
• Ethically handling private data, including financial and/or healthcare data for companies
• Implement security measures for computer or information systems
• Develop computer or information security policies or procedures
• Update computer database information
• Create databases to store electronic data
• Set database parameters or specifications
• Write computer programming code
• Develop guidelines for system implementation
• Develop performance metrics or standards related to information technology
• Coordinate project activities with other personnel or departments
• Read documents to gather technical information
• Estimate time or monetary resources needed to complete projects
• Train others in computer interface or software use
• Coordinate software or hardware installation
• Develop detailed project plans
• Analyze data to identify trends or relationships among variables
• Analyze market or customer related data
• Develop models of information or communications systems

QUALIFICATION /REQUIRMENTS 

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field
• 2-3 years experience as Data Base Administrator
• Experience in Postgrel and ORACLE 
• Strong experience in PostgreSQL or Mungo is an added advantage
• Familiarity with database queries
• Knowledge of database design and theories
• Ability to work with data architects and other IT specialist to set up, maintain and monitor data networks
• Knowledge of database structure languages, such as SQL or SQL/PSM
• Experience with server installation and maintenance
• Familiarity with database management best practices
• Knowledge of IT security best practices
• Experience with a variety of computer information systems
• Excellent attention to detail
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Ability to explain complex ideas in simple terms
• Good multitasking abilities