Database Administrator

Job Title

Database Administrator

Institutional Planning and Research

Prince Mohammad bin Fahd University

Director, Institutional Planning and Research

Prince Mohammad bin Fahd University strives to develop human intelligence, disseminate knowledge and find solutions based on research and scientific studies of problems experienced by societies. Based on its vision and mission in serving the local and international communities, and with the expertise, potential and facilities supporting scientific research and studies, and outreach activities, the University is inviting applications for this position.

Database administrators are responsible for accurately and securely using, maintaining and developing computerized databases within an organization.

• Establish the needs of users and monitor user access and security.
• Monitor performance and manage parameters in order to provide fast responses to front-end users.
• Map out the conceptual design for a planned database.
• Consider both back-end organisation of data and front-end accessibility for end-users.
• Refine the logical design so that it can be translated into a specific data model.
• Further refining the physical design to meet system storage requirements.
• Install and test new versions of the database management system (DBMS).
• Maintain data standards, including adherence to the Data Protection Act.
• Write database documentation, including data standards, procedures and definitions for the data dictionary (metadata).
• Control access permissions and privileges.
• Develop, manage and test back-up and recovery plans.
• Ensure that storage and archiving procedures are functioning correctly.
• Carry out capacity planning.
• Work closely with IT project managers, database programmers and multimedia programmers.
• Communicate regularly with technical, applications and operational staff to ensure database integrity and security.
• Commission and install new applications and customise existing applications in order to make them fit for purpose.
• Manage the security and disaster recovery aspects of a database.
• Working with database software to find ways to store, organise and manage data.
• Troubleshooting.
• Keeping databases up to date.
• Helping with database design and development.
• Managing database access.
• Designing maintenance procedures and putting them into operation.
• Ensuring that databases meet user requirements.
• Liaising with programmers, applications, operational staff, IT project managers and other technical staff.
• Managing database security/integrity and backup procedures.
• Implementing security measures.
• Defining objectives through consultation with staff at all levels.
• Writing reports, documentation and operating manuals.
• Testing and modifying databases to ensure that they operate reliably.
• Providing user training, support and feedback.
• Archiving data.
• This role can involve working to tight deadlines and when necessary, long hours.

A qualification in a relevant subject such as computer science, software engineering, electronic engineering, mathematics or software engineering can be advantageous. For graduates without relevant qualifications or experience, a postgraduate qualification in computing, IT or operational research is beneficial. Previous work experience is often necessary, and can be gained through IT or technology-related industrial placements.

• A logical approach to work
• The ability to manage and prioritise tasks
• Problem‑solving skills
• Good organisational skills
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with computer operating systems and database technology (design, software and structure)

• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Good communication, teamwork and negotiation skills
• Familiarity with the main data manipulation languages and the principles of database design
• The ability to work to tight deadlines under pressure
• Good organisational skills
• Flexibility and adaptability
• The ability to create and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues and customers
• Business awareness and…