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Felix Rugamba

@felixrugamba

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Experienced SQL Server Database Administrator with cloud migration expertise.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that foster growth, collaboration, and innovation in database management.

I am a dedicated SQL Server Database Administrator with over 5 years of experience in managing, securing, and optimizing database environments. My expertise spans SQL Server versions from 2005 to 2019, where I have consistently ensured 99.9% uptime in mission-critical systems. I excel in database installation, configuration, performance tuning, high availability, disaster recovery, and cloud migrations, particularly to Microsoft Azure.

Throughout my career, I have successfully led projects such as migrating on-premises SQL databases to Azure Managed SQL Instances, which improved scalability and reduced downtime. I have also upgraded legacy systems with zero downtime and designed robust disaster recovery strategies that significantly reduced recovery time objectives. My strong problem-solving skills and commitment to delivering efficient and secure database solutions have been key to my success in this field.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

MS SQL Database Administrator

Current

Hilti

Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 3 months)

Managed SQL Server installations, configurations, upgrades, and migrations in virtualized environments. Designed high availability and disaster recovery solutions, optimized database performance, and enforced security measures. Automated maintenance tasks to improve efficiency.

SQL Server Azure PowerShell High Availability Disaster Recovery Performance Tuning Database Security Automation Clustering Replication

SQL Server Database Administrator

PLS Financial Services

Sep 2022 - Jan 2024 (1 year 4 months)

Administered SQL 2016 production environments, ensuring availability and security. Configured disaster recovery solutions and optimized performance. Provided 24/7 support and created documentation for processes.

SQL Server Disaster Recovery Performance Optimization Documentation Replication Index Tuning Query Optimization Collaboration

SQL Server Database Administrator

Loginext

Sep 2018 - Jul 2022 (3 years 10 months)

Provided production support for SQL Server environments, managed backups, and monitored performance. Configured disaster recovery solutions and maintained security protocols. Collaborated with teams to ensure optimal database performance.

SQL Server Backup And Recovery Performance Monitoring Disaster Recovery Security Documentation T SQL

Junior Database Administrator

Rwandair

Mar 2016 - Jun 2018 (2 years 3 months)

Handled SQL Server installation, configuration, and maintenance. Upgraded environments and developed disaster recovery strategies. Collaborated with developers to optimize queries and ensure compliance with regulations.

SQL Server Installation Configuration Disaster Recovery Query Optimization Compliance Log Shipping Security

System Administrator

One Acre Fund

Mar 2012 - Feb 2016 (3 years 11 months)

Planned and supported high-availability infrastructures. Managed VPNs for secure access and participated in IT infrastructure projects. Monitored system performance and configured virtual environments.