Zeeshan Arif Rana
Specialist, Database Administrator
Riyadh
Summary
Detail-oriented Senior Microsoft SQL Server Database Administrator with over 15 years of experience deploying, testing, and maintaining large-scale enterprise and government databases. Proficient in AlwaysOn Availability Groups, performance tuning, and disaster recovery planning. Strong .NET development background with a commitment to adopting cutting-edge technology trends.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Specialist Database Administrator
Tamkeen Technologies Infra Managed Services
08.2018 - Current
- Administer large-scale databases for the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD), ensuring 24/7 availability and 99.99% uptime through AlwaysOn Availability Groups
- Reduced query execution times by 40% via performance tuning initiatives
- Led infrastructure upgrades, including migration to SQL Server 2019 with minimal downtime
- Spearheaded complex projects, including MOL E-Services Database, Document Management System Integration, and Qiwa/Wedi/Inspection/Manpower deployments
- Managed challenging datacenter migrations and mergers (MOSA/MOL/MLSD/HRSD/MCS), ensuring seamless transitions
- Designed and deployed distributed AlwaysOn Availability Groups and multi-subnet DR replicas for robust disaster recovery
- Implemented automated patching, saving 90% of effort in SQL Server updates, and centralized inventory management for hundreds of production instances
Database & Software Developer
Al-Khaleej Computers & Electronic Systems
06.2012 - 08.2018
- Developed and maintained enterprise databases, optimizing performance and reliability
- Collaborated on software solutions, integrating database systems with business applications
Laserfiche DMS System Administrator & Software Engineer
University of Hail
01.2010 - 06.2012
- Integrated Laserfiche with Ultimus, Banner, and Oracle ERP, enhancing document management workflows
- Developed custom applications and databases using Laserfiche Toolkit and .NET
- Administered WebAccess, backups, and performance reporting for optimal system efficiency
Education
Diploma - Computer Programming
Professional Skill Educational Council (PSEC)
01.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor - Computer Science
ICT College of Information Technology
01.2002 - 12.2002
Skills
Microsoft SQL Server
AlwaysOn Availability Groups
FCI Clusters
Log Shipping
High Availability
DR Planning
Deployments and Migrations
Cross Database Linked Servers
SSIS
UAT
Visual Studio Code
Backup Management
Database Inventory Management
Vendor Assessments
Enterprise Mergers
Multi-Datacenter Migrations
Accomplishments
- Automated Patching: Reduced effort by 90% through automation of SQL Server on-premises updates.
- Distributed High Availability Deployment: Planned and implemented multi-datacenter HA for critical production database clusters.
Skills Summary
Microsoft SQL Server, AlwaysOn Availability Groups, FCI Clusters, Log Shipping, High Availability, DR Planning, Deployments and Migrations, Cross Database Linked Servers, Large-scale Deployments, Performance Tuning, Query Optimization, Data Masking, Encryptions, Audits, Advanced Custom Monitoring, Automated Patching, SSIS, UAT, Visual Studio Code, Backup Management, Database Inventory Management, Vendor Assessments, Enterprise Mergers, Multi-Datacenter Migrations
Timeline
Diploma - Computer Programming
Professional Skill Educational Council (PSEC)
01.2019 - 12.2019
Specialist Database Administrator
Tamkeen Technologies Infra Managed Services
08.2018 - Current
Database & Software Developer
Al-Khaleej Computers & Electronic Systems
06.2012 - 08.2018
Laserfiche DMS System Administrator & Software Engineer
University of Hail
01.2010 - 06.2012
Bachelor - Computer Science
ICT College of Information Technology
01.2002 - 12.2002