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Warrendale, Pa, Us

Converted from contractor to full-time.Works extensively with Azure Synapse, DevOps, Azure SQL Database, and Azure SQL Managed Instances, as well as performing the on-prem SQL Server database administration responsibilities outlined in the prior contractor position. Gained deeper understanding and competence with Azure administration, permissions, and security. Utilizes T-SQL expertise and cloud infrastructure knowledge to develop and maintain ETL processes, data pipelines, and synapse views in support of D365 transformation.

Pittsburgh, Pa, Us

Contracted through eNGINE in service of Vector Security.Supported legacy SQL Server database environment, including backup and recovery, high availability (always-on, replication, mirroring), maintenance tasks, security compliance, and performance tuning. Utilized expertise in SSIS and SSRS to service business requirements and map data structures in relation to D365 business transformation. Worked extensively with Azure Synapse and Managed Instances to enure the availability and redundancy of cloud based data sources. Leveraged advanced knowledge of T-SQL to develop custom views and data sources to feed Power BI platform with accurate, structured data for advanced analytics.

Leatherhead, Greater London, Gb

Designed, developed, and supported enterprise data warehousing solutions in service of the company's data goals.Worked with Azure Datafactory and SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) to build and maintain ETL pipelines.Participated in agile development cycle, utilizing Azure Devops, BitBucket, and Git to maintain code repositories in a collaborative environment.Created custom SSRS and PowerBI reports as requested by end users.Utilized T-SQL expertise to tune and optimize existing procedures.

Moon Township, Pennsylvania, Us

This role was a combination of SQL Server Database Administrator, Data Engineer, Data Analyst and SQL Developer. Maintained and supported production Microsoft SQL Server database environment, functioning as the primary DBA for all data infrastructure tasks including Always-On high availability, backups, restores, upgrades, and patching. Developed ETL processes that interact with APIs and/or relational data sources to move, clean, and prepare data for reporting and application intent. Responsible for creating and maintaining all SQL Server Reporting Services reports and functionality. Worked closely with development team as a subject matter expert for all SQL Server and T-SQL processes. Developed custom scripts that serviced a variety of business applications in both cloud and on-prem platforms.

Aliquippa, Pa, Us

Supported and maintained Microsoft SQL Server environment as primary SQL Server DBA. Updated and created processes related to data cleansing and reporting functionality. Implemented transactional replication high availability between company subsidiaries. Developed Tableau dashboards and ensured data integrity for these reports.

Andover, Ma, Ma, Us

Provided database support and administration for multiple companies in a managed services model. Gained skill and experience with various SQL Server technologies including Always-On Availability Groups, Windows Clustering, Database Mirroring, Transaction Log Shipping, and Transactional Replication. Further developed skills with T-SQL and gained a deeper understanding of query tuning.

Andover, Ma, Ma, Us

Responsible for leading a team of associate DBAs and providing database monitoring support for a wide range of organizations, including major healthcare companies and professional sports leagues.

Warrendale, Pa, Us

Led a team of Junior DBAs. Responsible for scheduling, updating documentation, providing technical guidance, maintaining client relationships, conducting performance reviews, and general oversight of daily operations. Gained experience as a leader in a global operations model, working in conjunction with multiple remote teams.

Warrendale, Pa, Us

Provided remote database monitoring and support for several hundred companies worldwide. Gained a working knowledge of multiple technologies, including Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle Database, Remote Desktop, numerous VPN applications, SolarWinds and Zabbix monitoring software. Extremely fast paced work environment where multitasking was a necessity. Promoted to a Team Lead within this department.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Political Science And Government

Political Science And Government