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Miss Natalie Powney

@missnataliepowney

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MSSQL Database Administrator with expertise in performance optimization.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters collaboration and offers opportunities for continuous learning and process improvement.

I am a dedicated MSSQL Database Administrator with a strong foundation in database management, configuration, and performance optimization. My journey began with six years in third-party application support, where I honed my skills in SQL Server functionality. In January 2023, I transitioned into a dedicated SQL Server Database Administrator role, managing a large SQL Server estate across both on-premises and cloud environments.

Collaboration is at the heart of my approach, as I work closely with Software Developers, Data Engineers, and business stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable database solutions. I am passionate about streamlining workflows through automation and continuously seek opportunities to refine processes, ensuring databases remain secure and high-performing. My key achievements include co-leading a mass migration of the SQL Server estate to new hardware and implementing automated failover procedures, which significantly enhanced system reliability.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Database Administrator

Current

RSM UK

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)

Managed, maintained, and monitored databases across a large SQL Server estate, overseeing 50 on-premises SQL servers and over 625 databases. Co-led a mass migration of the entire SQL Server estate to new hardware and took ownership of SQL estate security enhancements.

SQL Server Database Management Performance Optimization Security Management PowerShell Power BI Splunk SCOM Active Directory DNS

Business Systems Application Support Analyst

RSM UK

Jan 2017 - Present (8 years 5 months)

Provided 2nd and 3rd line support for approximately 100 business-critical applications, focusing on SQL Server administration and database support for third-party applications. Ensured consistent and appropriate access for application end-users and collaborated with the DBA team to improve application database environments.

Troubleshooting Security Policy SQL Agent Jobs Stored Procedures GDPR SCCM PowerShell Stakeholder Engagement Technical Documentation FTP

Payroll Administrator

RSM UK

Feb 2015 - Present (10 years 4 months)

Processed monthly payroll for over 4,000 internal staff. Played a key role in migrating the payroll system to new software, overseeing testing and parallel runs for a seamless transition.

Payroll Processing Software Testing Data Migration Compliance Reporting

Payroll Supervisor

Southern Dental

Jun 2013 - Present (12 years)

Supervised payroll operations for the company. Managed payroll processing and ensured compliance with relevant regulations.

Payroll Processing Compliance Team Leadership Data Management

Payroll Administrator

Yum International Restaurants (KFC)

Feb 2012 - Present (13 years 4 months)

Administered payroll for employees at KFC. Handled payroll calculations and record-keeping.

Payroll Administration Payroll Processing Data Entry Record keeping Compliance

Payroll Administrator

Roc UK Ltd

Jan 2010 - Present (15 years 5 months)

Managed payroll responsibilities for Roc UK Ltd, a subsidiary of Exxon Mobil. Ensured accurate and timely payroll processing.

Payroll Administration Payroll Processing Financial Reporting Compliance

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Three Bridges

HNC Diploma, Computing and Systems Development

Completed a BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma in Computing and Systems Development. This program provided a strong foundation in computing principles and system development methodologies.

Microsoft

Certification, Azure Fundamentals

Achieved Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals, demonstrating foundational knowledge of cloud services and how those services are provided with Microsoft Azure.

Microsoft

Certification, Azure Data Fundamentals

Obtained Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Fundamentals, validating essential knowledge of core data concepts and how they are implemented using Azure data services.

Three Bridges

Foundation, Fine Art

Completed a BTEC Foundation in Fine Art, developing creative skills and an understanding of artistic principles and practices.

Three Bridges

A-Levels, Art and English Literature

Grade: Art C, English Literature C

Achieved A-Levels in Art (C) and English Literature (C). These qualifications provided a strong academic background in humanities and creative subjects.

Three Bridges

GCSEs, Various Subjects

Grade: A*, two As, one B, five Cs

Obtained GCSEs with grades including A*, two As, one B, and five Cs. These qualifications demonstrate a broad academic foundation across various subjects.