Sql Server Database Administrator
Resume:
Ram Kumar G
********.*******@*****.*** +1-248-***-**** Rock Quarry Trl, Cypress,TX 77433
www.linkedin.com/in/ram-kumar-2518bb35b
Professional Summary:
Accomplished Sr. Database Administrator with extensive experience specializing in high availability and performance optimization. I am an expert in Azure SQL and disaster recovery solutions, I excel in troubleshooting and automation, ensuring seamless operations and robust security for critical databases. Proven ability to lead migrations and enhance system reliability.
Skills :
MS SQL SERVER DBA
AZURE SQL DBA
High Availability
Database Optimization
Indexing
Security
Database Installation
Configuration
Upgrades and Patching
Documentation and Reporting
Backup and Recovery
Performance Tuning
Clustering
Disaster Recovery
ETL
Automation
Documentation
Azure SQL
Cloud Integration
Always-on
Log-shipping
Monitoring and Maintenance
Data Migration
Troubleshooting
Professional Experience :
Pi-Square Technologies Michigan
Sr Database Administrator
04/2025 - Current
Installed and managed SQL Server components (SSIS, SSRS, SSAS) as per customer requirements to enhance functionality.
Managed complex SQL Server environments for optimal performance.
Troubleshot and resolved SQL Server backup failures.
Resolved performance issues related to data files and logs
Installed and hardened SQL Server 2012-2022 in clustered/non-clustered environments in Azure/GCP.
Led migrations to Always on Availability Groups (AOAG) and SQL version upgrades.
Ctrls Data Center Pvt Ltd
Sr Database Administrator
11/2021 – 02/2025
Provided 24/7 Level 3 support for 800 SQL Servers, ensuring high availability and minimal downtime.
Managed SQL Server builds and operations for 70 clients across VMs, physical, and cloud environments.
Handled incidents, service requests, and change tickets in compliance with SLAs.
Managed SQL Server patching (CU, security updates) for database security and compliance.
Tuned performance and resolved issues like CPU, blocking, and deadlocks using SQL Profiler, DMV, and PerfMon.
Installed and hardened SQL Server 2012-2022 in clustered/non-clustered environments in Azure/GCP.
Led migrations to Always on Availability Groups (AOAG) and SQL version upgrades.
Configured and managed high availability and DR solutions (AOAG, Log Shipping, Failover Clustering).
Set up automated monitoring and alerts for proactive issue resolution.
Administered Azure SQL Databases for performance, scalability, and high availability.
Led migration of on-prem SQL Servers to Azure SQL Managed Instance and SQL Database.
CBRE SOUTH ASIA pvt ltd
Sr Database Administrator
03/2020 - 06/2021
Provided 24/7 Level 3 support for 400 SQL Servers, including on-prem and Azure SQL Database environments.
Collaborated with business teams to design and configure SQL databases in hybrid environments (on-prem & Azure).
Managed Azure SQL Database performance, scaling, and high availability solutions like Always on and Geo-replication.
Managed incidents, service requests, and change tickets using ServiceNow, adhering to SLAs and ITIL practices.
Implemented high availability and disaster recovery solutions using Always On, Log Shipping, and Azure Site Recovery.
Troubleshot and optimized SQL performance using DMVs, SQL Profiler, PerfMon, and Azure Monitor.
Set up automated alerts for critical SQL parameters (disk space, blocking, replication) using Azure Monitor and Red Gate SQL Monitor.
Performed SQL Server patching to maintain up-to-date security, including Azure-specific updates.
Resolved backup failures (full, differential, transaction log) to ensure data protection and compliance.
Troubleshot SQL performance issues like space, log capacity, and TempDB full to ensure system stability.
Managed Azure-integrated SQL Server environments, supporting cloud backup and disaster recovery.
Gavs Technologies pvt ltd
Sr Database Administrator
04/2016 - 08/2017
Managed complex SQL Server environments to ensure high availability and performance across production databases.
Troubleshot and resolved backup failures (Full, Differential, Transaction Log), ensuring data protection and compliance with backup policies.
Addressed issues like Data File/Log File Full and transaction log capacity warnings to optimize database performance.
Resolved critical database issues including TempDB Full errors, corruption, and recovery failures to minimize downtime.
Managed SQL Server Mirroring, Log Shipping, and Always on Availability Groups (AG) for high availability and disaster recovery.
Responded to customer-raised incidents (IR), resolving Log Shipping sync issues, job failures, and memory allocation problems.
Investigated and resolved SQL Server or Agent service failures to maintain consistent uptime and performance.
Worked with Azure SQL Database environments, implementing cloud-based backup and high availability solutions for critical workloads. Genpact
Database Administrator
01/2010 - 03/2016
Installed, upgraded, and configured SQL Server instances (2008R2, 2012, 2014) in clustered and non-clustered environments, managed version upgrades, applied security patches, and performed configuration changes to enhance performance and security.
Actively participated in Change Management processes, following ITIL standards to plan, execute, and document changes while minimizing service disruption.
Built and configured Always-On Availability Groups (AOAG), Log Shipping, and Database Mirroring for high availability and disaster recovery.
Managed SQL Server configurations, maintenance, and cluster management to ensure security, performance, and fault tolerance for critical workloads.
Installed and managed SQL Server components (SSIS, SSRS, SSAS) as per customer requirements to enhance functionality.
Managed complex SQL Server environments for optimal performance.
Troubleshot and resolved SQL Server backup failures.
Resolved performance issues related to data files and logs. Education and Training :
Andhra University Visakhapatnam
MBA in Human Resources Management
SQL and Azure Certifications :
AZ-900 – Microsoft Azure Fundamentals .
DP-900- Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals .
DP- 300 – Microsoft Azure Database Administrator Associate . Awards :
Star Performer, Awarded by Ctrls Data Center Pvt ltd for optimizing 800+ SQL databases.
Best Innovator, Recognized by Ctrls Data Center Pvt ltd for automating database maintenance, significantly improving efficiency.
Honored with Excellence, received this award at CBRE for SQL performance tuning, enhancing query execution speed by 40%.
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