Gabriel Alvarez

·        Over 30 years of international experience as a highly effective Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server Database Administrator and Team Leader in both private and public sectors. Results driven, I’ve successfully led teams and managed numerous production, testing and development databases on various operating systems and hardware configurations (Windows, Linux, VMware, VirtualBox).

·        Wide-ranging expertise with database platforms such Oracle, SQL Server, Azure SQL, Sybase, PostgreSQL, ADABAS and more. Currently learning about DynamoDB, Aurora, CosmosDB and other Cloud-based database systems.

·        Proven proficiency in disaster recovery planning, capacity assessment, archiving, high availability, data replication, and clustering.

·        Comprehensive knowledge of various technologies including software, hardware and operating systems; web servers, applications and tools including Oracle Enterprise Manager, RMAN, DataGuard, Quest Toad and Foglight, SQL Developer, SQL Server Management Studio, RedGate SQL and Data Compare, CommVault Backup, TSQL, PL/SQL, DBATools, shell scripting and native Cloud services.

·        Exceptional troubleshooting, analysis, and problem-solving skills and ability to excel under pressure and in emergencies.

·        Team oriented, dedication to ongoing learning and the application of new technologies to benefit the team, the organization, and its customers.

·        Experienced in providing support for both off-the-shelf applications and in-house developments, including migration, upgrades, and patching.

·        Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, instrumental in fostering effective teamwork and successful collaboration with stakeholders at all levels, including developers, project managers, senior management, end users, and external partners.

·        Amazon AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner. Microsoft Azure Fundamentals Certified. Microsoft Azure Database Administrator Associate Certified. Oracle Certified Professional. Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science. Currently working on my Oracle OCI and Google Cloud certifications.

·        Fluent in English and French; Native in Spanish.