Mitchell van woerkom
@mitchellvanwoerkom
Lead Database Administrator specializing in enterprise SQL Server and Azure database governance, performance, and recovery.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I’m a results-driven Lead Database Administrator with 10+ years of experience overseeing enterprise-scale SQL Server and Azure database environments at Nike, Inc. I lead and manage globally distributed DBA teams and translate complex technical realities into clear, strategic guidance for senior stakeholders.
I own database governance, performance optimization, migration planning, monitoring, and backup/recovery—backed by hands-on program management in Agile/Jira. From directing SolarWinds adoption to rolling out Commvault and managing ServiceNow change workflows, I focus on high-availability, mission-critical reliability and meeting RTO/RPO targets.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Serve as primary authority for the enterprise SQL Server estate, leading globally distributed DBA teams and translating complex requirements into strategic guidance for senior stakeholders. Directed enterprise adoption of SolarWinds monitoring and Commvault backup/recovery, and managed Jira-based Agile program delivery and ServiceNow change management to support uptime and RTO/RPO targets.
Managed and optimized a high-availability SQL Server environment for Nike’s global operations, delivering migrations and version upgrades with minimal disruption. Led Nike’s transition to Azure by building Azure SQL PaaS and Managed Instance environments and mentored junior DBAs to standardize operations and knowledge sharing.
Administered day-to-day SQL Server operations including performance tuning, maintenance, backups, and access management in a high-velocity global enterprise. Partnered with development and application teams on deployments, schema changes, and query optimization, and was promoted to Senior DBA within two years.
Database Administrator Intern
Mary Kay Headquarters
Jan 2013 - Jan 2016 (3 years)
Supported the enterprise DBA team with database maintenance, system monitoring, and documentation while completing a BS in Information Technology. Gained foundational experience in large-scale database operations to assist with ongoing production support.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science, Information Technology
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology at the University of Phoenix, graduating in 2014.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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