SIKIRU ABDULATEEF ADEBOWALE
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Results-driven and strategic Database Manager with over 10 years of progressive experience in managing
mission-critical SQL Server environments across manufacturing and enterprise sectors. Proven expertise
in designing, implementing, and maintaining high-performance databases with a strong focus on
availability, integrity, and security. Skilled in aligning database solutions with business goals, leading
cross-functional teams, and enforcing compliance through proactive governance. Experienced in
supporting data integration with platforms like SAP, MES, and cloud ecosystems (Azure/AWS).
CORE COMPETENCIES
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SQL Server Administration -)
T-SQL & PowerShell Scripting
Performance Tuning & Query Optimization
High Availability & Disaster Recovery (AlwaysOn, Log Shipping, Clustering)
SSIS, SSRS, ETL Pipelines
Backup & Recovery (Native Backup, Azure, Percona XtraBackup)
Replication: Snapshot, Transactional, Merge
Database Security (TDE, DDM, RBAC, Always Encrypted)
Cloud Platforms: Azure SQL, AWS RDS
Monitoring Tools: SQL Profiler, DMVs, SolarWinds, Zabbix
DevOps & Automation: Azure DevOps, Job Scheduling, Documentation
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Senior Database Administrator
SevenUp Bottling Company — May 2024 – Present
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Administer and optimize SQL Server environments, implementing AlwaysOn
Availability Groups for HA/DR.
Tune T-SQL queries, indexes, and procedures to enhance performance and system
responsiveness.
Manage replication strategies across SAP, MES, and lab integrations.
Monitor and troubleshoot database performance using SQL Profiler, DMVs, and
other diagnostic tools.
Lead access control, user provisioning, and compliance checks.
Mentor junior DBAs and document SOPs and DR runbooks.
SQL Database Administrator
Brentwood Trade and Integrated Services — Sept 2020 – Feb 2024
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Managed backups, monitoring, user roles, and job scheduling across SQL environments.
Created SSIS packages for ETL from Oracle, Excel, and flat files.
Deployed HA solutions including Database Mirroring and Log Shipping.
Migrated workloads to Azure SQL and maintained hybrid environments.
Enforced encryption and masking for data protection.
Database Administrator
Nanosoft Consulting LLC — July 2017 – Aug 2020
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Installed, patched, and maintained SQL Server infrastructure.
Supported schema design, query tuning, and job automation.
Partnered with developers to optimize reporting and analytics queries.
Maintained operational documentation and ensured service availability.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION
B.Sc. Urban and Regional Planning — Second Class Upper Honours
University of Lagos, Nigeria | July 2009 – Jan 2014
Certifications
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Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate (in-view)
Microsoft Certified: SQL Server DBA (in-view)
TOOLS & PLATFORMS
SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), SSIS, SSRS, PowerShell, Azure DevOps, Nagios,
Redgate, Power BI, Excel, Azure VM & Storage, Percona XtraBackup