Mohamed Ali

Database Administrator with hands-on experience managing Microsoft SQL Server environments across production and enterprise systems. Skilled in database installation, configuration, performance tuning, backup/recovery, and security administration, with strong expertise in High Availability and Disaster Recovery (HA/DR) solutions such as Always On Availability Groups, Failover Clustering, and Log Shipping. Experienced in leveraging Microsoft Azure (Backup, Site Recovery) to support business continuity, and skilled in automation using T-SQL and PowerShell to streamline routine DBA tasks.

Focused on ensuring data integrity, minimizing downtime, and optimizing database performance in mission-critical environments.

Database Administrator | SQL-Server at Link Datacenter (LDC) (2026-01 – Present)

• Administered and maintained Microsoft SQL Server databases, including installation, configuration, and ongoing performance tuning.
• Performed regular database backups and restores to ensure data integrity and availability.
• Implemented and managed High Availability and Disaster Recovery (HA/DR) solutions, including failover strategies and replication.
• Configured and maintained SQL Server HA features such as Always On Availability Groups and Failover Clustering.
• Managed Azure-based DR solutions, including Azure Backup and Site Recovery, to support business continuity.
• Monitored database performance and troubleshot issues to maintain optimal uptime and reliability.
• Tested and validated disaster recovery plans on a regular basis to ensure readiness for production incidents.

Database Administrator | SQL Server at Spinneys Egypt (2025-08 – 2026-01)

• Designed and scheduled automated backup and recovery plans using SSMS, T-SQL, and SQL Server Agent Jobs.
• Managed logins, roles, access control, and schema changes to ensure data integrity and security compliance.
• Participated in database migrations, upgrades, service pack installations, and security patch deployments.
• Tuned queries and optimized indexes, statistics, and execution plans to improve system performance.
• Implemented High Availability solutions such as Always On Availability Groups, database mirroring, and log shipping.

Database Administrator | SQL-Server at CITC (2024-08 – 2025-08)

• Monitored database health, performance, and resource utilization using SQL Server Profiler, Extended Events, and Performance Monitor; diagnosed and resolved bottlenecks.
• Conducted periodic backup validation and disaster recovery drills to ensure minimal downtime and data loss in case of failure.

Database Administrator (intern) at Sufaraa Alhedaya (2023-05 – 2023-12)

• Developed PowerShell scripts, T-SQL scripts, and maintenance plans to automate routine database administration tasks.
• Planned database growth, storage allocation, and filegroup strategies to optimize performance and avoid resource constraints.

Bachelor of Computer and Artificial Intelligence in Computer and Artificial Intelligence – Banha University (2020 – 2024)