Website University of the Western Cape - UWC

Job Description:

Proactively monitor and improve the overall MS SQL Database environment (Functionality, Operability, Capacity, Utilisation).

Job Responsibilities:

Establishing and maintaining database security,
Installing and testing new versions of the database management system (DBMS),
Schedule scripts to do reporting, updating and maintenance,
Compile database documentation, including data standards, security baselines, procedures and definitions for the data dictionary (metadata),
Refining the logical design so that it can be translated into a specific data model,
Performance monitoring and tuning of the databases,
Liaise with offsite DB support specialists where applicable,
Refining the physical design to optimize system storage requirements,
Maintenance of DB portals and web services,
Development of SQL scripts & procedures,

Understanding of POPIA, cybersecurity threats, database security baseline,
Must have MS SQL database installation, setup, configuring, optimization expertise as a primary function,
Must have familiarity and understanding of basic development and scripting computer languages – MS SQL, the Windows Operating System and Database Design Concepts. Programming experience desirable but not essential,
Minimum of 3 years professional experience in Database Administration in a large organisation or educational institution,
Matric and Relevant Microsoft Professional Certification/s in MS SQL Database Management or related field.
A B degree in Computer Science or Information Technology, National Diploma (NQF 6) in IT related fields is advantageous and will receive preference,

Company: University of the Western Cape – UWC

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Job Location: Bellville, Western Cape, SA

Application Deadline: N/A

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