Sybase DBA - 6 Month Contract

Position description:

Sybase Database administrator to work with Sybase ASE's versions 12.5.3 to the latest 15.7 on AIX, Linux and Windows.

Successful candidate will be responsible for:

- Patching, upgrades and continual improvement of development and production environments; capacity planning; performance monitoring; maintenance of Shell Scripts and batch files
- Provide specialised, escalated support and technical assistance and assist with the monitoring of issue resolution to ensure issues are resolved within a timely manner
- Design backup and recovery procedures to ensure effective Disaster Recovery plans are developed, documented, tested and implemented
- Expert in Sybase SQL language and optimization, costing techniques & debugging query performance
- Server level performance & tuning using sysmon & MDA tables
- Undertake problem determination and root cause analysis to ensure permanent corrective actions are implemented appropriately
- Personal commitment and the ability to work independently and goal-oriented with a proven track record
- Strong teamwork and communication skills

Advantage for the candidate:

- AIX & Linux System Administrator experience
- Ctrl-M

Experience:

- Three + years experience in Sybase Production Support & Database Project support.
- Provide Sybase thought leadership
- Advancing ability and knowledge in one or more relevant infrastructure domains
- Understanding of core financial services applications and products desirable
- Good verbal and written communication skills

Education:

- Tertiary qualifications in IT or related discipline, or equivalent experience
- Relevant technical certifications, such as Sybase Certifications

Interest ?

Apply now and you will be contacted immediately.