Sal T.

About Sal T.

SQL Server Database Administrator with 8 years of experience optimizing and securing enterprise data platforms. Skilled in high availability, performance tuning, and automation across on-prem and cloud. Public Trust cleared and experienced supporting healthcare, financial, and government clients.

Experience

1. Sql Database Administrator

   Maxim Healthcare

   Aug 2023 — Present · Columbia, MD, US

   Administered and maintained Microsoft SQL Server environments (2012–2022, including SQL Server 2022), ensuring high availability, performance, and data integrity across production, development, and staging environments.Implemented and monitored backup and restore strategies using SQL native tools and Ola Hallengren scripts to support RPO/RTO objectives and disaster recovery readiness.Configured and supported high availability solutions including Always On Availability Groups and database mirroring for mission-critical systems.Performed query optimization and performance tuning using execution plans, indexing strategies, and dynamic management views to improve application responsiveness.Managed database security through role-based access control (RBAC), SQL authentication, Windows authentication, and auditing in compliance with HIPAA and FISMA standards.Automated recurring maintenance tasks and job scheduling using SQL Server Agent and PowerShell scripts, improving operational efficiency.Collaborated with application developers and analysts to design normalized data models, write stored procedures, and optimize T-SQL for business applications.Led database migrations and version upgrades with minimal downtime, ensuring compatibility and stability across environments.