Job Description

Job Code: JPC-5767
Job Title: Associate Database Administrator
Department: EBS IT Department
Location: Abu Dhabi
Experience: 5 Years
Contract: 6 Months
Job Purpose
To support the effective management and maintenance of the organization's database systems by assisting in routine database administration tasks such as backups, performance monitoring, security enforcement, and data integrity. The role ensures the reliable availability of the database and supports senior DBAs in optimizing database operations to meet business needs. Key Responsibilities Managerial Responsibilities
Strategic Planning

• Maintain awareness of the strategy planning process
• Maintain knowledge of new and existing KPI requirements as an individual employee

Corporate Performance Management

• Achieve the goals and objectives of the function / functional tower

Functional Responsibilities

• Assist in routine database maintenance tasks such as backups and restores, including scheduling, executing, and monitoring regular backups to ensure data integrity and availability. Support database restoration for recovery, migration, or testing purposes.
• Monitor database performance metrics and health indicators under the supervision of senior DBAs to ensure optimal system operation. Assist in identifying performance bottlenecks, resource usage issues, and areas for improvement using logs and monitoring tools.
• Assist with data import and export processes to support database updates, migrations, and integrations. Prepare and validate data files to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Follow DBA guidelines for change management and incident tracking by ensuring all database changes are documented, reviewed, and approved. Support issue logging and resolution as per organizational procedures.
• Learn and apply best practices in database security and integrity by monitoring access controls, performing audits, and addressing vulnerabilities to protect sensitive data.
• Perform any other duties as requested by the reporting manager.

Organizational Responsibilities
Governance

• Maintain awareness and adherence to functional and functional tower policies and procedures
• Participate in periodic audits of established policies and procedures

Management Reporting

• Support the development of periodic reports as requested
• Highlight quality or non-compliance issues observed during report development

Change Management

• Support the execution of change management activities within the sub-function or function

Technology Management

• Support identifying technology-related needs that drive automation within the direct line of work

Professional Development

• Proactively identify and pursue professional development opportunities aligned with technical responsibilities
• Participate in performance appraisals and reflect on feedback and development recommendations from the line manager

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or a related field

Experience

• Minimum 3 5 years of experience working with SQL Server / Oracle Databases and WebLogic / IIS Servers

Skills Required