Gilberto Rosa
@gilbertorosa
International Senior DBA specializing in cloud migrations, SQL performance tuning, and resilient data operations.
What I'm looking for
I’m an International Senior DBA responsible for database server management, installation, setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of all RDBMS’s. I join implementation teams as the database specialist and recently helped transition to a cloud-based infrastructure using Azure SQL Database, integrating services while saving on maintenance costs.
Before that, I delivered impact as a Senior Data Analyst and Senior Database Consultant, owning changes and innovation, instituting performance monitoring, and leading proactive tuning and maintenance. I’ve worked across Azure and AWS environments, including automation of SQL backups to reduce recovery time objectives and improve database reliability.
My background spans complex, high-availability operations and migrations in government and enterprise settings, including SQL Server migrations, consultancy, and best practices for resilience and disaster recovery. I’ve also supported 24x7 redundant environments with Oracle RAC and Cluster Servers, following ITIL/COBIT methodologies, and built an internal monitoring solution aligned with the Sarbanes-Oxley model that was recognized for the Gerdau Group.
I bring a hands-on, execution-focused mindset—pairing database engineering with performance tuning, security-minded administration, and practical cloud enablement. I enjoy making systems more stable, measurable, and cost-effective while ensuring smooth migrations with minimal downtime.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
International Senior DBA
Aon
Jan 2023 - Present (3 years 5 months)
Responsible for RDBMS installation, setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting, and served as the database specialist on implementation teams. Collaborated to transition to a cloud-based infrastructure using Azure SQL Database and integrated services to reduce maintenance costs.
Senior Data Analyst
Bradesco Next
Feb 2022 - Jan 2023 (11 months)
Owned changes and innovation activities, instituting performance monitoring and leading proactive tuning to improve database performance. Worked across analytics and database technologies to support continuous operational improvements.
Senior Database Consultant
Credz Administradora de Cartões
Jul 2021 - Feb 2022 (7 months)
Managed data processing, database administration, and business intelligence activities using AWS and database services. Enhanced SQL backup processes by integrating advanced automated backup solutions, reducing recovery time objectives.
International SQL Development Consultant
Blackstone
Jan 2021 - Dec 2021 (11 months)
Provided SQL development and best practices for Microsoft SQL Server instances on AWS, including performance tuning. Orchestrated a robust database migration achieving a seamless transition with zero downtime and improved data reliability.
Database Specialist
Secretaria da Fazenda do RS
Aug 2020 - May 2021 (9 months)
Delivered SQL Server migrations and consultancy, leading tuning and best-practice work with the Microsoft team for a Brazil government environment. Revamped backup and recovery strategies to shorten recovery time objectives and deliver a robust disaster recovery plan.
Data Architect
Vale S.A.
Sep 2017 - Oct 2020 (3 years 1 month)
Designed data and database solutions using Azure Data Lake and supported BI needs. Provided cloud data administration and best practices to improve IT results and cloud service direction.
Database Migration Analyst
Altran Consultoria em Tecnologia
Jul 2017 - Oct 2017 (3 months)
Supported a project with the Huawei team to migrate Oi datacenter databases under tight timelines. Coordinated migration activities to enable fast, structured transitions.
Database Analyst
Ativas Datacenter
Aug 2016 - Aug 2017 (1 year)
Performed database administration in a Brazilian datacenter environment across many organizations, supporting SQL Server clustering, Oracle RAC, PostgreSQL, MySQL, DB2, and Progress systems on Unix/Linux and Windows. Improved SLA through new monitoring and implemented database best practices.
Database Analyst - Senior DBA
Dedalus Prime
May 2016 - Oct 2016 (5 months)
Administered databases in cloud environments (RDS on AWS/WAS and Microsoft Azure), including Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, and PostgreSQL, with ongoing performance optimization and proactive management. Implemented a database best-practices kit, tuned permissions, and set up Oracle Data Guard for disaster recovery using Linux.
Senior Technical Support Analyst - DBA
Gerdau S.A.
Sep 2002 - May 2016 (13 years 8 months)
Provided senior-level database administration and level 2 support, including SQL Server, Oracle RAC, MySQL, and related systems across AWS and clustered environments with 24x7 availability. Followed ITIL/COBIT methodologies and developed an internal Sarbanes-Oxley-aligned monitoring solution for application performance that was recognized for the wider Gerdau Group.
Teacher
Colegio Batista Mineiro
Jan 2002 - Dec 2006 (4 years 11 months)
Taught the Computer Technician course, covering topics from foundational to advanced levels, including object-oriented programming and database subjects. Was invited by students to deliver a keynote at course graduations.
Computer Programmer - Delphi Language
Maximus Tecnologia em Desenvolvimento
Jan 2000 - Jan 2001 (1 year)
Joined the development team for the Maximum project, building 16 integrated systems for cleaning and conservation companies. Implemented SQL-based reporting and improved existing databases while strengthening object-oriented programming experience.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
FGV - Fundação Getúlio Vargas
MBA, Project Management
Completed an MBA in Project Management at FGV (Fundação Getúlio Vargas) in 2009.
UNI-BH
Databases, Databases
Completed studies in Databases at UNI-BH in 2003.
UNIPAC / FATEC
Bachelor's Degree, Data Processing
Completed a bachelor's degree in Data Processing at UNIPAC / FATEC in 2000.
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