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CONTACT
POWDER SPRINGS, GA *****
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SKILLS
Effective problem solver
Proficient in performance tuning, backup and recovery
CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING
PM-Project manager Certification
SQL Server Bootcamp Training
Hands-on working experience in Installing, configuring, upgrading and managing SQL Server. Expertise in Database Administration on Production Servers with server configuration, performance tuning and maintenance.
WORK HISTORY
SQL Database Administrator
Interra Networks Inc., Atlanta, GA
February 2022 – October 2024
Administered crucial tasks such as database backup and recovery, mirroring, disaster recovery, and Always On configurations.
Optimized database performance through index tuning, query optimization, and capacity planning.
Implemented and enforced database security policies to protect sensitive data from unauthorized access.
Successfully installed and configured SQL Server versions 2016, and 2017, and Azure SQL Database.
Setup multiple Nodes (Active/ Passive) in SQL Servers to add clustering feature.
Manage SQL Server databases and Configure failover cluster.
Create databases and schedule backups (Transaction log backup, Differential backup and Full backup) with Recovery sessions (Simple or Full).
Implemented log shipping for seamless migration of large databases within a 30-minute downtime window.
Setup Alerts, Notifications, Jobs, Job steps with automated Response solution schedules.
Frequently Monitor Connections, Locks and Database Performance.
Managed and maintained multiple SQL database systems, ensuring high availability, performance, and security.
Performed regular database backups and implemented disaster recovery plans to minimize downtime in case of system failure.
Configured Windows Server 2017 Cluster and installed SQL Server 2017 Cluster.
SQL Server Specialist
Shine Sells, Atlanta, GA
November 2020 – December 2021
Configured a 3-node cluster with SAN storage on Windows Server 2016 Enterprise Edition.
Restored the databases on each node based on resource utilization.
Implemented automated scripts to monitor databases and backups, ensuring proactive management.
Conducted monthly security patching and participated in disaster recovery drills as per the schedule.
Configured and supported databases in the Azure (Microsoft Cloud) environment.
Addressed performance issues and conducted troubleshooting to optimize database performance.
Executed seamless database migrations from SQL Server 2016 to 2017 and 2019.
Installed and managed a 6-node cluster in an Active/Passive configuration on Microsoft Windows Server 2016 Datacenter Edition in a virtualized environment.
Network Solution Engineer
Grande Integrated Wellness, Phoenix, AZ
April 2016 - June 2020
Analyzed Windows server business to identify spending trends, whitespace and growth opportunities, compliance issues and assisted account teams in target account development.
Delivered pre-sales technical support for Windows server and desktop virtualization.
Led and assisted technical upgrade projects for clients by working and coordinating with consultants and developers for integrations.
Supported implementation of warehouse management system software applications to enable centralized management of tasks.
Identified computer hardware and network system issues, performing troubleshooting techniques for remediation.
Analyzed network security and current infrastructure to assess areas in need of improvement and develop solutions.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy & Mass Communication
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