Data Administrator

Info Resume Edge - GCC; Sharjah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UAE is seeking a Data Administrator to manage and protect organizational data. The role involves ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and accessibility, while collaborating with IT and business units. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in data management systems and excellent analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Data Administrator or similar role.
• Knowledge of data security and backup best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain data management systems.
• Monitor and optimize database performance.
• Provide support and training to end-users.

Skills

Data Integrity

Analytical Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelors degree in Computer Science

Bachelors degree in Information Systems

Tools

SQL Server

Oracle

MySQL

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Job description

The Data Administrator is responsible for managing, maintaining, and protecting organizational data to ensure accuracy, integrity, and accessibility. This role involves designing and implementing effective data management policies, monitoring database performance, and supporting users with data-related needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain data management systems and databases.
• Ensure data integrity, security, and accessibility across platforms.
• Perform regular data quality checks, backups, and recovery processes.
• Collaborate with IT, business units, and other stakeholders to define data requirements and optimize data workflows.
• Monitor and optimize database performance, identifying and resolving issues proactively.
• Maintain documentation for data processes, policies, and procedures.
• Enforce data governance standards and compliance with privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
• Provide support and training to end-users on data systems and tools.
• Assist with data migration, integration, and transformation projects.
  
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Data Administrator, Database Administrator, or in a similar role.
• Proficiency in database management systems (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL).
• Knowledge of data security, backup, and recovery best practices.
• Familiarity with data visualization, analytics, and reporting tools is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  
  
  

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Understanding of ETL processes and data warehousing.
• Certification in database or data management tools (e.g., Microsoft SQL certification).