Garry Bargsley

 Garry Bargsley Sr. SQL Server Database Administrator Profile Dynamic Senior DBA Manager with over 20 years of experience in optimizing SQL Server environments and enhancing database management. Demonstrated expertise in high availability solutions, robust database architecture, and process automation using PowerShell, driving operational efficiency and exceptional customer support. Proficient in managing extensive SQL Server infrastructures within Microsoft Azure, with a keen focus on security and performance optimization. Committed to leveraging deep technical knowledge and analytical skills to improve data management strategies and foster collaborative environments that achieve organizational objectives. Passionate about delivering impactful results through innovative solutions and continuous improvement. Employment History Senior DBA Manager at TPG Global January 2019 — July 2025 • Provide new SQL Servers, ensuring optimal settings, security measures, and adherence to best practices. • Manage an extensive SQL Server environment on Microsoft Azure IAAS, supporting ~100 instances. • Build and implement custom monitoring and alerting tools with PowerShell to enhance SQL estate oversight. • Develop automation scripts to streamline processes for multiple teams, improving operational efficiency. • Deliver exceptional customer support for database requests, maintaining 24/7 on-call availability as the sole DBA. Tech Lead at Elevate / Think Finance January 2013 — January 2019 • Create and maintain database environments for software development projects, ensuring optimal performance and security. • Perform SQL code releases in tandem with application code deployments, coordinating with the release management team. • Configure high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions utilizing Microsoft SQL Cluster and Availability Groups. • Develop and implement standardized index maintenance routines to enhance database performance across production environments. • Monitor critical system events with proactive alerting, providing on-call support for a 24/7 production environment. Production SQL Database Administrator at GameStop December 2011 — January 2013 • Collaborated with IT associates and business teams to deliver innovative data management solutions aligned with business initiatives. • Administered databases, ensuring proper structure documentation and security measures. • Monitored project deliverables to provide timely updates to project leaders. • Supported application teams during third-party application installations and upgrades. • Delivered on-call support during assigned periods. SQL Database Administrator / Developer at Interface People June 2011 — December 2011 • Implemented and maintained database-driven web applications, focusing on SQL installations and performance tuning. • Monitored and managed disaster recovery plans, providing support for SSIS packages, SQL Agent jobs, and batch processes. • Enhanced ETL processes on remote servers, ensuring efficiency and reliability. • Conducted performance analysis and optimization of SQL Server environments. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve data management strategies. SQL Database Administrator at Saxon Mortgage October 2010 — June 2011 • Reviewed and performed daily backup processes ensuring data integrity. • Monitored 100+ SQL database servers to maximize uptime and performance. • Built SQL Servers and managed service pack and hot fix installations. • Maintained and optimized existing SSIS/DTS packages for efficiency. • Configured SQL Servers consistently for security and maintenance, serving as database liaison across multiple projects. Education Tarrant County College - Associate of Applied Science in Web Development Certifications Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate Contact Details --Links garrybargsley.com Skills Microsoft SQL Server 2000 / 2025 Microsoft Azure Windows Clustering High Availability using AlwaysOn Log Shipping Replication Disaster Recovery Backup and Restore Patching Monitoring and Alerting Microsoft DTS/SSIS SSRS SSAS RedGate Tools PowerShell Databricks Snowflake Azure Data Factory FiveTran