Database Administrator at Stresert Services Limited

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Stresert Services Limited – Our client, one of the foremost Insurance Companies in Nigeria, is currently recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Database Administrator

Location: Lagos

Department: Information Technology Division: Infrastructure Operations Management

Reports To: Senior Database Administrator

Supervises: Assistant Database Administrator

Job Summary

  • The Database Administrator will provide technical expertise in the areas of installation and configuration of software (includes operating systems, Database Administrator application software, office automation software and databases)
  • S/he will administer version control for definition, configuration and management of application software.

Job Responsibilities

  • Implement Database Management Plan and ensure implementation accordingly
  • Ensure the service availability of all systems databases
  • Ensure the effective running of all Operating systems and storages
  • Produce daily systems statistics and report exceptions
  • Develop and respond to memos/documents for the office
  • Ensure all databases are well tuned for effective performance
  • Perform systems and database implementations and upgrades
  • Manage the tracking of all information on databases
  • Report operations status to Senior Database Administrator
  • Assist in providing technical direction in the area of requirement definition, planning, coordination, programming, and implementation of server operating systems and storages
  • Manage deployment and workload of team members
  • Supervise the planning and monitoring of Systems Performance Management
  • Maintains operating systems and systems databases to maximize performance
  • Maintains operating systems and shared IT infrastructure (storage etc.) to maximize performance

Key Performance Indicator

  • Frequency of system downtime due to configuration errors
  • Mean Time to Repair
  • Customer Satisfaction Index on systems availability
  • Number of recorded systems’ outages

Competencies Required
Core Skills:

  • In-depth knowledge of Enterprise Management system
  • Adequate knowledge of networking – LAN /WAN
  • In-depth knowledge of relational database management system (RDBMS) such as Oracle database, SQL Server
  • In-depth Knowledge of and experience in major operating systems such as MS Windows, Unix Solaris, Linux, RedHat etc.
  • In-depth knowledge of client server architecture environment & Cloud Technologies
  • Working experience in a distributed computing environment and the ability to architect large systems
  • Experienced in systems integration, application development or software application support
  • Experienced with web based applications, Internet/Intranet technologies
  • Experienced in management & maintenance of shared application systems

Generic Skills:

  • Good written and oral communication ability
  • Action planning, Motivating, Analytical mind and strong problem-solving capabilities
  • Ability to work independently in a highly dynamic environment and work under intense pressure

Specification/Qualifications
Qualification:

  • A First Degree/HND in Computer Science, Information Technology and related disciplines (Computer Engineering, Computer with Economics/Mathematics, Management Information Systems, and Electrical/Electronics Engineering)
  • A Postgraduate Degree is an added advantage

Minimum Experience:

  • Minimum of 4 years relevant experience in Database Administration and Support.
  • At least 2 years must have been spent in a supervisory role

Professional Qualification:

  • Membership of the following professional bodies is an added advantage: NCS, CPN, NIM, PMI, ISACA
  • Possession of the following certifications is an added advantage: ITIL Manager; CITP – Certified Information Technology Professional (AICPA); MCDBA –
  • Microsoft Certified Database Administrator; Microsoft SQL Server Certification; Oracles Database Administrator; Oracle Certified Professional

Salary

  • Net monthly salary proposed is N150,000/m.

Application Closing Date
30th August, 2018.

How to Apply

Interest and qualified candidates should send their CV’s to [email protected] using “DABAS” as the subject of the mail.

Note: Qualified applicants will be invited for interviews.