New Posting - The Vancouver Airport Authority

The Vancouver Airport Authority has a permanent, full-time opportunity for a Senior Technical Analyst (Database Analyst) in the Information Technology Department.  Reporting to the Manager, Technology Services, the successful candidate must have a very strong technical skill set, with experience providing database administration services in complex, high activity, UNIX and Windows based business environments. He or she must exhibit a thorough understanding Oracle and Microsoft database architecture and administration.  Experience with service delivery policies and procedures, and knowledge and adherence to best practice service guidelines are essential.

Key responsibilities include:  

• Planning and executing assigned responsibilities both independently and under direction of management
• Providing database performance monitoring using provided monitoring tools
• Documenting and implementing Oracle and MS SQL best practices
• Documenting operational steps and practices necessary to perform the assigned administrative duties
• Developing scripts to automate and monitor routine tasks 
• Providing application support for Maximo and Oracle E-business Suite
• RMAN backup and restoration
• Evaluating products and upgrades for appropriateness, and overseeing and implementing system upgrade strategies
• Deploying new business applications and application updates
• Providing technical leadership to appropriate personnel on highly complex system administration activities
• Providing technical solutions and escalated support for non-routine, highly complex technical issues

Key qualifications include: 

• Completion of a Bachelors degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
• 7 years relevant Database Analyst experience
• Demonstrated experience with the following:
  • Oracle and MS SQL database
  • Oracle RAC administration
  • Maximo application
  • Oracle EBS application
  • Oracle Enterprise Manager
• Proven ability to identify and resolve performance issues 
• Strong time management skills and the ability to complete activities within time constraints
• Strong team orientation and ability to contribute to realization of team goals and customer satisfaction
• Excellent analytical and logical reasoning skills
• Strong leadership and organizational skills, proven by on-time, on-budget delivery of small-to-medium scale projects
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work on-call, supporting 24x7 environment 
• Experience with the following preferred: 
  • Solaris – Basic Knowledge
  • Understanding of incident, change, and problem management processes (ITIL certification is a plus) 

We are committed to employment equity and welcome applications from everyone including women, aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.  

Reference no.: 15-58E
Application deadline: September 23, 2015