Sawera Mannan

Results-driven and dedicated Database Administrator with a strong track record of successfully leading large-scale database initiatives and security infrastructure projects within the banking sector. Proven expertise in managing complex SQL Server environments, ensuring 99.9% system availability, and maintaining high-quality standards in PCI DSS compliance. Committed to ensuring data integrity and business continuity through proactive monitoring and robust recovery strategies.

IT Officer / Database Administrator - Soneri Bank

(2024-07)

• Security & Compliance: Spearheaded the implementation of PCI DSS standards; deployed Transparent Data Encryption (TDE), advanced Auditing, and Role-Based Access Controls (RBAC) to secure sensitive financial data.
• Performance Tuning: Diagnosed and resolved performance bottlenecks (deadlocks, IO latency, slow queries) using SQL Profiler and DMVs to maintain high system throughput.
• Threat Monitoring: Integrated database audit logs with IBM QRadar (SIEM) for real-time security monitoring and automated incident alerting.
• Infrastructure Management: Managed the full lifecycle of SQL Server databases, including installation, configuration, and upgrades across production and development environments.
• Disaster Recovery: Managed comprehensive backup, restore, and recovery processes to guarantee data integrity and minimize downtime during system failures.
• High Availability: Maintained Always On Availability Groups to ensure seamless failover and 24/7 uptime for mission-critical financial applications.
• Maintenance: Orchestrated routine maintenance, including the application of security patches and critical updates, while monitoring real-time system alerts.
• Technical Advisory: Partnered with developers and users to troubleshoot complex data-related issues and optimize queries through best-practice architectural guidance.

Bachelor's - Information Technology - Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University Lyari (2019-01 - 2022-12)