Job Description

Make an impact with NTT DATA

Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it’s a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.

Your day at NTT DATA

Plans computerized databases, including base definition, structure, documentation, long-range requirements, operational guidelines and protection. Ensures accuracy and completeness of data in master files and various support tools, such as base dictionaries. Establishes and maintains security and integrity controls. Formulates and monitors policies, procedures and standards relating to database management. Proposes and implements enhancements that will improve the performance and reliability of the system. Note : May be internal or external, client-focused, working in conjunction with Professional Services and outsourcing functions. May include company-wide, web-enabled solutions.

What you'll be doing

The primary responsibility of the Database Administrator is to ensure the performance, integrity and security of databases and processes. Individuals in this position contribute to the design of both back-end organisation of data and front-end accessibility for end-users.

Database Administrators work closely with Change Control, Release Management, Asset and Configuration Management and Capacity and Availability Management to establish the needs of users, monitoring user access and security. They assist in controlling access to databases environments through permissions and privileges.

Key role and responsibilities :

• Assist with refining the logical design of the database to enable the translation into a specific data model
• Assist with the mapping out of the conceptual design for a planned database
• Participate in the writing of database documentation, including data standards, procedures and definitions for the data dictionary (metadata)
• Create, test and execute data management languages
• Monitor the performance and manage the parameters of the database to ensur the execution of speedy query responses
• Monitor production databases regularly or respond to any database issues by bringing down the database or taking the database offline
• Proactively support the development of database utilities and automated reporting.
• Set up data sharing and disk partitioning
• Enable front-end users to access data concurrently in a way or form that suits their particular needs
• Work closely with the Change Control and Release Management functions to commission and install new applications and customising existing applications in order to make them fit for purpose
• Apply the patches and upgrade the database as required by the design team
• Communicate regularly with technical, applications and operational employees to ensure database integrity and security
• Maintain data standards in accordance with business requirements, NTT policies and the data protection legislation
• Work in accordance with the security information requirements and procedures of the company.
• Perform installation, configuration and maintenance of database management systems and related software within the context of a database administration plan

Knowledge, skills and attributes

Academic qualifications and certifications :

Experience required :

Workplace type : About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. We invest over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. We are also one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group and headquartered in Tokyo.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us. Apply today.

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