Project Manager Database Administrator

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

Hardware & Software: Microsoft SQL Server 2005, Sun Workstations, Sun Server 4000/6000, PCs and EMC, Oracle 8i, 9i, Sybase Open Client, ASE 11.x/12.x, 15, Sybase Replication Server 11.x/12.x, 15, Warm Standby Replication, Sybmigrate Sybase tool, Open Switch 12x, SQL Backtrack, Autosys, Bradmark, Sybase IQ Data Warehouse, SQL 2000, DB Artisan, Sybase Central, Enterprise Portal and BMC.

Network & OS: Unix (Solaris), SUSE Linux 2.4.21_138, HP-UX 11.i v2, AIX, Hitachi Tagmastore USP-600, Windows 9x/NT, MS DOS and TCP/IP.

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

THE COLLEGE OF STATEN ISLAND (CUNY) – New York, New York 1996

Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science with Minor in Business

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS (ALL THROUGH SYBASE):

ß (2000) Replication Server Administrator 12.5

ß (2000) Fast Track to Replication Server Administrator

ß (2000) Performance and Tuning: Configuring Adaptive Server Enterprise 12.5

ß (2000) System and Database Administration: Adaptive Server Enterprise 12.5

ß (2000) Performance and Tuning: Configuring Adaptive Server Enterprise 11.9.2

ß (2000) System and Database Administration: Adaptive Server Enterprise 11.9.2

ß (1999) Fast Track to Adaptive Server Enterprise

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

IBM GLOBAL SERVICES April 2007 - Present

Senior Database Administrator

Planning and testing database disaster recovery and archiving.

Planning, installing and upgrading to Sybase Replication Server version 15. Warm Standby, ASE 15 from lower versions. Working with Sybase sybmigrate tool to migrate from a 2k logical page size to a higher one. Working with Microsoft SQL server 2005.

CBS/PARAMOUNT – Los Angeles, California January 2006 – April 2007

Senior Database Administrator

Installed and worked with IQ Data Warehouse version 12.6 and ASE 12.5.3. Migrated from Paramount Television network to the CBS Television network. Installed IQ Surveillance monitoring tool and SQL Backtrack. Installed and worked with heterogeneous replication from Sybase Replication 12.6 to Oracle using Direct Connect. Worked with Microsoft SQL server.

STATE STREET/PIMCO – Irvine, California August 2005 – January 2006

Project Manager/Senior Database Administrator

Worked with Sybase version 12.5.3 and Replication 12.6, Replication Warm Standby, performance and tuning.

Maintained and supported Sybase and Microsoft SQL environment for PIMCO. Performed daily backups and disaster recovery, snapshots for reporting. Data migration to Hitachi Tagmastore USP-600 for multiple servers: PIMCO, Irvine and Munich.

WESTERN ASSET/LEGG MASON –Pasadena, California April 2005 – August 2005

Sybase Database Administrator - Contract

Worked with ASE Sybase versions 11.9.2.3, 12.5.3 and Replication 12.5,12.6. Performed daily dumps and loads in production and development environment. Supported 500 users, 24/7. Set up replication between Sybase 12.5. and Oracle 9i. Set up and maintained Oracle databases. Provided on call support, 24/7.

T.ROWE PRICE – Mount Laurel, New Jersey October 2002 – December 2004

Sybase Database Administrator

Challenged as Database Administrator for manufacturer of ESM Integrator Remote service to optimize mission-critical systems for clients including trading floors and insurance firms. Constructed servers and installed new software patches according to priorities. Tuned SQL and queries while upgrading client systems. Tested new EBF and ensured interfaces were correct for server start. Synchronized databases and tracked systems using ESM Integrator tool. Analyzed and collected data and worked daily with clients to provide general system support.

ß Successfully supported 50 client end-users through careful planning and daily contact that met customer expectations while increasing client satisfaction.

ß Performed intensive replication of Sybase 12.5 and built and maintained the replication servers.

ß Saved company substantial time and money through quickly identifying issues and resolving problems. This reduced need for staff that drastically cut employee-related expenses.

ß Fostered good client relationships that expedited problem resolution through joint efforts.

AMERICAN EXPRESS – Phoenix, Arizona February 2002 - October 2002

Sybase Database Administrator

Monitored and identified daily jobs and performed troubleshooting for large credit-granting firm. Assembled training programs, instructed employees and repaired corrupt databases. Built new ASE servers, upgraded ASE 11.5 to 11.9.2 and documented procedures. Worked with Microsoft SQL and Oracle 8i. Provided production support 24/7

ß Performance-tuned Sybase servers and SQL that improved capabilities and reliability by 50%.

ß Automated dump-and-load jobs for client that eliminated manual procedures and increased efficiency.

ß Created paging systems that connected all DBAs with system alert that greatly enhanced security.

PORT OF LOS ANGELES – Los Angeles, California September 2001 - December 2001

Sybase Database Administrator – Consultant

Database Administrator for one of world’s largest, busiest and most successful seaports. Improved systems environment by tracking server performance and developed archive database for storing old records.

ß Resolved major issue affecting bulk insert for data transfer. Identified incorrect command and network structure that solved critical problem and drastically improved performance.

ß Enhanced performance for existing databases and systems. Done through changing parameters, designing new databases and documenting procedures.

AT&T LOCAL SERVICES – Los Angeles, California January 2001 - August 2001

Senior Consultant – Sybase Database Administrator

Joined unparalleled leader in communications as Senior Consulting Database Administrator. Built new servers and databases while interfacing with clients on future plans and present functions. Prepared backup environments and all supporting database and production environment protocols.

ß Excelled in resolving complex problems and anticipating future concerns that simplified technical processes and operations.

SYBASE, INCORPORATED – New York, New York November 1999 - December 2000

Senior Consultant – Northeast Management Consulting Services

Chosen as Senior Consultant for provider of open-architecture enterprise infrastructure, mobility and end-to-end vertical industry software. Functioned as Project Manager and Database Administrator, leading teams in installing and configuring Sybase infrastructure products. Tracked progress against budgetary restrictions and contracts.

ß Supported over 500 users through interfacing with user community and providing on-call user technical expertise that increased workflow efficiency.

ß Served as ground-floor participant in portal project, providing secure and personalized access to critical business information and applications, legacy systems and online resources serving user community.

AT&T LOCAL SERVICES – Staten Island, New York & Dayton, New Jersey December 1997 - November 1999

Sybase Database Administrator January 1999 - November 1999

Promoted to manage 10 DBAs in absence of management. Responsible for global system monitoring and resolving database issues. Worked with Oracle 7i. Provided on call support 24/7.

ß Ensured accuracy of jobs while maintaining online status for all databases. Performed critical functions on short notice while learning management skills that improved overall productivity.

MIS & Network Analyst December 1997 - January 1999

Served in multiple capacities, supervising new and existing workstations while supporting users on software and hardware. Tested applications for QA purposes, then documented and coordinated test results with vendors. Monitored Sybase environment and cleared blocked processes. Backed up all data on regular basis.

ß Quickly responded to problems that led to reputation for expedient issue resolution. This led to superior career opportunities while satisfying company and co-workers.

HOKURIKU BANK – New York, New York June 1996 - November 1997

AS/400 Computer Technician

Joined bank specializing in stock trading as AS/400 Computer Technician. Worked on Global Banking System (GBS) while handling trading and loan transaction information, transferring funds and reconciling daily reports.

ß Gained expertise in Japanese management style that expedited operations and pleased company managers.

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