Michael Grubbs Email & Phone Number

I'm skilled at crafting and managing databases for storing and fetching data efficiently. My background includes ensuring database integrity and security. I've played a pivotal role in steering various projects from start to finish, always meeting deadlines and budget targets. I enjoy coaching and guiding team members to improve their skills and performance.Additionally, I excel in fine-tuning performance, executing database backups, and orchestrating data recovery operations to boost overall efficiency. With strong communication and interpersonal skills, I thrive in dynamic environments, adeptly managing multiple tasks while maintaining a cool head under pressure.If you are looking for a dedicated and hard-working SQL Database Administrator, I will be glad to discuss my qualifications with you further. Thank you for visiting my profile.

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  Sql Database Administrator

  American Campus Communities

  Oct 2012 - Jan 2023 - Austin, Texas, United States

  I oversaw and managed over 40 SQL production instances and 180 databases spanning different versions. My role included providing technical support for web apps, SharePoint, AD, and other programs. I tackled various SQL issues to optimize workflows and collaborated with senior staff to enhance TSQL performance. Additionally, I coordinated with the team to set up new databases and conducted automated maintenance tasks. I was also involved in planning, installing, and configuring SharePoint farms.My key accomplishments include:• Minimized 40+ SQL instances to 16 by leveraging application migrations and decommissioning unnecessary servers, resulting secured hundreds of thousands of dollars in license cost.• Reduced licensing costs by consolidating 40+ SQL instances into 16 through application migrations and decommissioning extra servers.• Set up, tracked, and maintained web and database server cases on Amazon EC2.• Executed software updates and implemented vendor-supplied scripts.• Created, deployed, and evaluated database backup strategies to enable point-in-time recovery of critical databases.• Devised and implemented various roadmaps and strategies regarding responding to potential disasters and suggested strategies for ensuring database reliability.• Suggested optimizing performance of significant applications by moving reporting tasks to separate instances using replication/log shipping.• Established and managed VMWare virtual machines and executed VCenter duties to drive organizational performance.