Database Operations Officer

Description

Job Summary: The Database Operations Officer is responsible for operating, managing, and maintaining the organization's databases to ensure their availability, stability, and high performance, with a focus on backup, monitoring, and security. Key Highlights of the Role: 1. Database administration and operation to ensure continuity and efficiency 2. Performance analysis and corrective actions 3. Data security assurance and policy compliance Job Description: Database Operations Officer (Database Operations Officer) Job Title **Database Operations Officer (Database Operations Officer)** Department Information Technology / Database Administration Reports To Database Manager or IT Infrastructure Manager Job Summary The Database Operations Officer is responsible for operating, managing, and maintaining the organization's databases to ensure their availability, stability, and high performance. The role includes executing backup and recovery operations, monitoring database performance, supporting applications and systems, and ensuring data integrity, security, and compliance with established policies and procedures. Key Responsibilities * Operating and managing databases to ensure efficient and continuous operation. * Monitoring database performance, analyzing issues, and taking corrective actions. * Performing regular backup and recovery operations and testing them periodically. * Monitoring database resource utilization and optimizing performance as needed. * Implementing database updates and patches in coordination with relevant teams. * Supporting data migration and synchronization across different environments. * Managing users and permissions in accordance with information security policies. * Monitoring storage capacity and planning for future expansion. * Resolving technical failures and responding to database-related incidents. * Preparing and updating technical documentation for the database environment and operational procedures. * Collaborating with application development and infrastructure teams to ensure system integration. * Ensuring compliance with data security standards, governance policies, and regulatory requirements. Required Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field. * Two to five years of experience in database operation or administration. * Professional certifications are preferred, such as: * Oracle Database Administration Certification * Microsoft SQL Server Certification * MySQL Database Administration * PostgreSQL Certification (if applicable) Required Skills * Solid knowledge of database management systems such as Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, and PostgreSQL. * Experience in implementing backup and recovery and performance management. * Proficiency in SQL, including query writing and analysis. * Familiarity with database security concepts and permission management. * Ability to quickly analyze and resolve technical issues. * Technical documentation and reporting skills. * Effective communication and teamwork skills. * Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Operational Responsibilities * Monitoring the daily status of databases and associated services. * Executing scheduled backups and verifying their success. * Monitoring database logs and alerts. * Supporting disaster recovery testing. * Performing routine maintenance procedures per operational plans. * Coordinating with technical support and development teams to resolve operational issues. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) * Database availability rate. * Backup and recovery success rate. * Mean Time to Recovery (MTTR). * Number of unplanned outages or failures. * Database performance against response time metrics. * Compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs). * Data accuracy, integrity, and service continuity. Work Environment * Full-time position. * May require working outside regular business hours to perform scheduled maintenance or address urgent incidents. Compensation: QAR١٣‏٢٠٠.٠٠ per month Work Location: On-site