Deputy Manager, Database Administration

About the role

The Central Bank of Kenya is looking for a Deputy Manager, Database Administration based in Westlands, Nairobi. The role oversees Database Administration Analysts and acts as Technical Lead, ensuring databases are implemented and maintained according to best practice and standards.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee Database Administration Analysts and enforce business continuity, security compliance and modern database management techniques
• Design and implement database systems, including tactical service improvements, upgrades and patching
• Develop BCP strategies for core databases so data is replicated to the disaster recovery site
• Implement security measures such as access controls and encryption, and work with auditors on regular security audits
• Monitor and tune performance via query optimization, indexing and database tuning
• Develop backup and recovery strategies and perform routine maintenance, updates and patches
• Investigate and resolve database issues and ensure compliance with regulations and policies
• Lead automation of patch deployment using Shell Scripting, PowerShell, Ansible or Terraform
• Maintain vendor relationships, documentation of SOPs and ISO 20000 and 27001 records, and work with the application, infrastructure and cyber security teams

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline
• At least 8 years of in-depth experience in Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL and open-source databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB) in a similar workload environment
• Advanced Oracle DBA skills in high availability setups (RAC, Data Guard) and multitenant architecture
• Experience with RMAN, Exadata, database monitoring tools (Enterprise Manager, Splunk ITSI) and project management (migrations, upgrades)
• Proven experience in database security, troubleshooting and backup technologies, preferably Commvault

Required skills

• Oracle Professional Certification (OCP) mandatory; MS SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL and MongoDB certifications strongly recommended
• Knowledge of OCI and migrations, advanced database security and PII controls, and Unix/Linux/AIX certification are advantages