Database Administrator Job Vacancy at Mark Gray Industries, 27th August, 2018

Mark Gray Industries Inc. believes that we must embrace the challenge of changes, do more with less, and be better than the competition. Implementing the required technologies allows us to be flexible and strategize, rather than following the status quo of today’s chemical industry.

We recognize that our key to defining our products lies in the alliances formed with our specialized clients. We will ensure that ours is the “Right Chemical Solution”

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Database Administrator
Location: Lagos
Department: Information Technology
Division: Infrastructure Operations Management
Reports To: Senior Database Administrator
Supervises: Assistant Database Administrator

Job Summary

• The Database Administrator will provide technical expertise in the areas of installation and configuration of software (includes operating systems, Database Administrator application software, office automation software and databases).
• She/he will administer version control for definition, configuration and management of application software.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in providing technical direction in the area of requirement definition, planning, coordination, programming, and implementation of server operating systems and storages
• Manage deployment and workload of team members
• Supervise the planning and monitoring of Systems Performance Management
• Maintains operating systems and systems databases to maximize performance
• Maintains operating systems and shared IT infrastructure (storage etc.) to maximize performance
• Implement Database Management Plan and ensure implementation accordingly
• Ensure the service availability of all systems databases
• Ensure the effective running of all Operating systems and storages
• Produce daily systems statistics and report exceptions
• Develop and respond to memos/documents for the office
• Ensure all databases are well tuned for effective performance
• Perform systems and database implementations and upgrades
• Manage the tracking of all information on databases
• Report operations status to Senior Database Administrator

Key Performance Indicator:

• Frequency of system downtime due to configuration errors
• Mean Time to Repair
• Customer Satisfaction Index on systems availability
• Number of recorded systems’ outages

Competencies Required
Core Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of Enterprise Management system
• In-depth knowledge of client server architecture environment & Cloud Technologies
• Working experience in a distributed computing environment and the ability to architect large systems
• Experienced in systems integration, application development or software application support
• Experienced with web based applications, Internet/Intranet technologies
• Adequate knowledge of networking – LAN /WAN
• In-depth knowledge of relational database management system (RDBMS) such as Oracle database, SQL Server
• In-depth Knowledge of and experience in major operating systems such as MS Windows, Unix Solaris, Linux, RedHat etc.
• Experienced in management & maintenance of shared application systems

Generic Skills:

• Good written and oral communication ability
• Action planning, Motivating, Analytical mind and strong problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to work independently in a highly dynamic environment and work under intense pressure

Specification/Qualification
Qualification:

• A first degree/HND in Computer Science, Information Technology and related disciplines (Computer Engineering, Computer with Economics/Mathematics, Management Information Systems, and Electrical/Electronics Engineering)
• A post graduate degree is an added advantage

Minimum Experience:

• Minimum of 4 years relevant experience in Database Administration and Support.
• At least 2 years must have been spent in a supervisory role

Professional Qualification:

• Microsoft Certified Database Administrator; Microsoft SQL Server Certification; Oracles Database Administrator; Oracle Certified Professional
• Membership of the following professional bodies is an added advantage: NCS, CPN, NIM, PMI, ISACA
• Possession of the following certifications is an added advantage: ITIL Manager; CITP – Certified Information Technology Professional (AICPA); MCDBA –

Salary 
Net monthly salary proposed is N150, 000/m.

How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV’s to: info@markgrayindustries.com using ‘DABAS’ as subject of mail (qualified applicants will be invited for interviews).