Database Admin, Senior

Senior Database Administrator – Secure, High-Performance Database Solutions

Join our esteemed subsidiary, SOOR, as a **Senior Database Administrator** and play a pivotal role in safeguarding and optimizing enterprise-grade database environments for public and private sector organizations. As a key member of our cybersecurity and digital transformation team, you will ensure the integrity, security, and high performance of critical database systems while aligning with stringent regulatory and compliance standards. This is an opportunity to drive innovation in database administration, enhance cybersecurity resilience, and support mission-critical initiatives across diverse industries.

In this dynamic role, you will leverage your expertise in database administration, security, and encryption to design, implement, and maintain robust database infrastructures. Your contributions will directly impact the reliability, availability, and security of our clients’ digital ecosystems, making a tangible difference in their digital transformation journeys.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Database Administrator at SOOR, your responsibilities will include:

• Database Security and Compliance: Conduct comprehensive assessments of existing database environments to pinpoint security vulnerabilities and opportunities for enhancement. Ensure adherence to National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) cybersecurity controls and organizational security policies, including the implementation of encryption solutions such as Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) or equivalent technologies.
• Database Administration and Maintenance: Oversee the installation, configuration, and ongoing administration of enterprise database platforms. Manage database performance, availability, and security to guarantee optimal functionality, while performing critical tasks such as upgrades, patching, migrations, and version management.
• Encryption and Data Protection: Configure and manage encryption for both data at rest and data in transit. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate, test, validate, and troubleshoot encryption mechanisms, ensuring robust data protection protocols are in place.
• Disaster Recovery and High Availability: Develop and maintain disaster recovery strategies, high-availability solutions, and backup/recovery processes to minimize downtime and ensure business continuity. Implement performance tuning and optimization techniques to enhance database efficiency.
• Access Control and Governance: Manage database users, roles, privileges, and access permissions to maintain strict security controls. Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including implementation guides, standard operating procedures, and security documentation.
• Problem Resolution and Collaboration: Identify, investigate, and resolve database-related issues with a focus on data integrity and system availability. Work closely with cybersecurity, infrastructure, application, and project teams to deliver secure, scalable database solutions.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure full compliance with organizational governance, security, and regulatory requirements, including those mandated by the Saudi National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) Essential Cybersecurity Controls (ECC).

This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who is passionate about advancing database security, performance, and reliability in complex enterprise environments. Your expertise will not only drive operational excellence but also contribute to the broader mission of empowering organizations through secure and innovative technology solutions.