Byron Ballard
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
acpebh@r.postjobfree.com
OBJECTIVE
To obtain the position of a Database Administrator.
SUMMARY
An accomplished Database Administrator with demonstrated success
implementing database solutions and improving business functionality.
Possess diversified technical background with experience in analysis,
troubleshooting, application development, and security administration.
Proven ability implementing technologies that decrease costs, increase
performance and positively impact the bottom line.
Installed and configured SQL Server instances on MS Server 2003-2012.
Production DBA supporting over 150databases on 25 different servers.
Experienced in developing SQL Server reports in Visual Studio for
corporate and production use.
Experienced in installing and configuring Idera and Redgate software
for monitoring all SQL Server instances.
Automated the refresh of downstream databases from production via SQL
Agent jobs which allowed DBAs to perform other tasks.
Documented and tested DR plans for mission critical Accounting, HR, and
IT applications.
Experienced in backup and recovery, security and mirroring databases as
part of DR plans.
Excellent problem solving, troubleshooting and strong interpersonal
skills.
Ability to interact professionally and effectively.
Ability to work independently.
Possess excellent written and verbal communicative skills.
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
LSI, Jacksonville, FL - January 1997 to February 2015
Database Administrator
Managed Microsoft SQL Server database administration projects for IT,
Human Resources, Accounting, Purchasing, and production project
management with focus on best data security practices while at LSI.
Enhanced database performance, performed restores, implemented recovery
procedures, handled performance tuning and conducted regular system
backups. Ensured technical and functional designs met project
requirements. Installed and configured SQL Server instances on MS
Server 2003-2012. Developed SQL Server reports in Visual Studio for
corporate and production use. Experienced in installing and configuring
Idera and Redgate software for monitoring all SQL Server instances.
Created databases and assigned appropriate security
Ensured daily backups were updated and available
Created databases and ensured database security best practices by
login/instance with access only to stored procedures and views
Setup SQL Agent Jobs
Created reports utilizing SSRS
Installed and configured SQL Server Instances and components correctly
by using dbuser account
Web Developer
Developed and coded complex web based applications for Navy schools,
classrooms, ships and Navy Knowledge Online. Programmed interactive
courseware in a .NET environment utilizing JavaScript, Flash Action
Script, HTML, HTML 5, DHTML, CSS, XML, XSD and XLST technologies.
Analyzed, documented and developed action plans to improve existing web
based training.
Working knowledge of HTML, HTML 5, DHTML, XHTML, CSS, XML, XSD, XSLT,
ASP, ASP.NET, PHP, C, C++, Java, JavaScript, VBScript, Flash Action
Script, and Visual Basic.
Graphic Specialist Level III / Corporate Web Designer
Developed, designed, and coded Flash templates, created web graphics, and
implemented web interface designs. Constructed complex 3D illustrations and
animations for Computer Based Training and Web Based Training for the Army
and Navy. Re-designed, managed, and developed the new look of the LSI
external website. Delegated work and successfully met strict deadlines on
several projects as a lead designer and developer. Developed work
instructions and standards for numerous, highly detailed projects
throughout the years.
. Experienced in a wide variety of design and animation software
applications, including Flash, Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver,,
3D Studio Max, and Poser.
. Proficient in all aspects of web design creation, from overall website
design and web graphics including Flash and 3D graphics/animations to
print media such as publications, posters, brochures, CD covers, and
ad design for newspaper and magazines.
EDUCATION
University of North Florida - 1996
Bachelor of Fine Arts with concentration in graphic design
Florida State College of Jacksonville - 2007
A.S. Internet Services Technology (Webmaster/Web Development Programming)