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Database Administrator - Bryanston

Database Administrator - Bryanston

Eskom Pension and Provident FundZA
9 days ago
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Job title : Database Administrator - Bryanston

Job Location : Gauteng, Deadline : August 04, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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Description

Install, upgrade, and manage database applications :

  • Install and maintain the performance of database servers.
  • Responsible for maintaining the integrity and performance of the Funds databases.
  • Manage database access.
  • Performance tuning of database systems.
  • Install, upgrade, and manage database applications.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot database errors.
  • Recommend and implement emerging database technologies.
  • Design and implement data extraction and transformation programmes and support with data mining on an as needs basis.
  • Create and manage database reports, visualizations, and dashboards.
  • Create automation for repeating database tasks.
  • Be available for on-call support as needed.

    • Maintain data standards and ensure data remains consistent across database

  • Establish the needs of users and monitor user access and security.
  • Monitor performance and manage parameters in order to provide fast responses to front-end users.
  • Map out the conceptual design for a planned database.
  • Consider both back-end organisation of data and front-end accessibility for end-users.
  • Refine the logical design so that it can be translated into a specific data model.
  • Further refining the physical design to meet system storage requirements.
  • Install and test new versions of the database management system (DBMS).
  • Maintain data standards, including adherence to the Data Protection Act.
  • Write database documentation, including data standards, procedures and definitions for the data dictionary (metadata).
  • Informing end users of changes in databases and train them to utilize systems effectively.

    • Ensure that storage and archiving procedures are functioning correctly

  • Ensure that data is stored securely and optimally by controlling access permissions and privileges.
  • Develop, manage and test back-up and recovery plans.
  • Work closely with IT project managers, database and business analysts
  • Communicate regularly with technical, applications and operational staff to ensure database integrity and security.
  • Commission and install new applications and customise existing applications in order to make them fit for purpose.
  • Manage the security and disaster recovery aspects of the database.

    • Requirements

    TECHNICAL COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

  • In-depth knowledge of the application environment.
  • Extensive knowledge of business practices and processes.
  • Knowledge of developing IT related business plan and motivation.
  • Commercial knowledge (budgeting, procurement etc.).
  • Project lifecycle (SDLC) knowledge.
  • Knowledge of Cobit and / or ITIL.
  • Experience with Linux and Windows Server environments.
  • Extensive experience with design, implementation and utilisation of database technologies (MySQL, MS SQL, PostgreSQL Oracle, MongoDB).
  • Business Acumen.
  • Presentation skills.
  • Excel Intermediate.
  • Understanding and knowledge of Microsoft Applications.

    • REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION / TRAINING

  • Relevant Diploma in computer science, computer software / computer systems engineering or related discipline.
  • Database Administration certification (advantageous).

    • REQUIRED MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE

  • At least 3 years job-related experience, preferably within an IT environment.
  • Experience with financial / investment systems advantageous.
  • Business awareness and understanding of business requirements of IT.
  • An understanding of information legislation, such as the Data Protection Act.
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