Banner DBA at BlackStone eIT

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Banner ERP, Database Administration, Performance Tuning, Data Integrity, SQL, Oracle, SQL Server, Backup and Recovery, Security Management, Data Modelling, Scripting, Replication, Clustering, Cloud Database Management, Ellucian Banner

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

BlackStone eIT is looking for a knowledgeable Banner DBA to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Banner ERP systems and be responsible for the administration, performance tuning, and maintenance of our Banner databases. You will ensure data integrity, support users, and collaborate with various departments to optimize the utilization of the Banner system. Key Responsibilities: Administer and maintain the Banner database environment, including installation, updates, and configuration. Monitor and optimize database performance, ensuring high availability and reliability. Troubleshoot database issues and implement solutions proactively to maintain data integrity. Support migration and upgrades of the Banner system and associated databases. Implement security measures to safeguard sensitive information and ensure compliance with institutional policies. Collaborate with functional teams to enhance the Banner system capabilities and support user needs. Document database processes and maintain records of configurations and changes. Stay updated with Banner application updates, patches, and best practices. Minimum 10 years hands-on with strong experience as Oracle and SQL Server DBA and handling Ellucian Banner Student Information System database. Database Management Systems (DBMS): Proficiency in popular DBMSs like Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB. SQL and Query Optimization: Strong SQL skills for querying databases and understanding optimization techniques. Backup and Recovery: Knowledge of backup strategies, disaster recovery planning, and tools for data restoration. Performance Tuning: Ability to analyze and improve database performance through indexing, query optimization, and resource allocation. Security Management: Understanding of database security practices, user roles, permissions, and data encryption. Data Modelling and Design: Skills in designing normalized database schemas and understanding data relationships. Scripting and Automation: Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g. Python, PowerShell) to automate tasks. Replication and Clustering: Knowledge of database replication, high availability solutions, and clustering technologies. Cloud Database Management: Familiarity with cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure, Oracle) and managing databases in cloud environments. Ellucian Banner (version 9) Student Information System Administration and Database management - installation, configurations, ORDS API’s ,Access management, Ethos Identity Services, integration with other systems, including upgrades, patching. Paid Time Off Training & Development Performance Bonus

Responsibilities

The Banner DBA will administer and maintain the Banner database environment, ensuring high availability and reliability. Responsibilities include performance tuning, troubleshooting database issues, and collaborating with various departments to optimize the utilization of the Banner system.