Maruf Rahman

Microsoft Certified SQL Server Database Administrator with 13+years of progressive experience architecting, developing, and optimizing enterprise-grade database solutions. On primes and Cloud environment Adept at installing, configuring, and maintaining modern SQL Server environments while delivering high-quality T-SQL development, including complex queries, scripts, stored procedures, functions, and automated workflows. Experienced in building robust ETL pipelines and reporting solutions using SSIS and SSRS, ensuring reliable data movement and actionable insights for business stakeholders.

Brings a strong analytical mindset and a proven ability to diagnose performance bottlenecks, finetune queries, and enhance overall database efficiency. Deep expertise in database security, access control, auditing, and compliance, paired with hands-on experience implementing high-availability and disaster-recovery strategies that support mission-critical applications. Known for collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams, translating business requirements into scalable data solutions, and maintaining stability in fast-paced enterprise environments.

SQL Server Database Administrator - Department of State - Washington, DC

(2020-08)

Administrating and supporting more than 50 SQL Server 2016 - 2022 instances across Pre-Prod, Production and high side environments, supporting mission-critical Department of State applications and improving database reliability, operational scalability, and production stability for enterprise users across multiple federal programs. Leading enterprise SQL Server administration initiatives for high-availability production systems, ensuring continuous support for secure government applications operating in highly regulated federal environments.

• Upgrading SQL Server from Lower version to upper version
• Implementing AlwaysOn Availability Groups and Failover Clustering solutions that improve system uptime to 99.99% for enterprise databases
• Managing multi-terabyte SQL Server databases and partitioning tables, improving query response times by up to 40% through indexing and optimization strategies
• Optimizing SQL query performance by analyzing execution plans and tuning indexes, reducing long-running query execution times by 35%. Checking Database Health by using DBCC Commands and DMVs
• Applying monthly cumulative updates, service packs, and hotfixes with zero unplanned production downtime
• Developing and maintaining 75+ SSIS packages, SSRS reports, SQL Agent jobs, and ETL workflows supporting enterprise reporting operations
• Leading Oracle-to-SQL Server database migrations using SSMA and AWS S3 integration, successfully migrating critical business data with minimal downtime
• Configuring transactional replication, linked servers, TDE, CTE, CDC, and auditing controls that strengthened enterprise database security and compliance
• Collaborating with infrastructure teams to decommission legacy SQL Server systems, reducing operational overhead and improving environment efficiency

SQL Server Database Administrator - Perspecta Inc. (DoD Project)

(2019-09 - 2020-07)

Installed, configured, and administered more than 30 SQL Server environments across Bastion Host, Commercial, and Production systems supporting critical DoD operations and secure enterprise infrastructure. Supported enterprise database administration activities for defense-related applications, ensuring secure access, system reliability, and operational continuity across production environments.

• Implemented AlwaysOn, clustering, mirroring, and log shipping solutions that improved database availability and disaster recovery readiness
• Applied DoD and DISA STIG compliance standards across SQL Server environments, ensuring successful security audit compliance
• Executed Oracle-to-SQL Server migrations using SSMA and AWS S3 integration tools, improving database consolidation and operational efficiency
• Managed SQL Server patching, cumulative updates, and security maintenance activities with zero critical post-deployment incidents
• Monitored SQL Server alerts and performance incidents, consistently resolving issues within SLA timelines
• Developed T-SQL stored procs and database objects that streamlined reporting and backend processing operations
• Designed logical and physical database models using ERwin, reducing database deployment preparation time by 20%

SQL DBA & Developer - NTT Data / EOIR (DOJ Project) - Falls Church, VA

(2016-03 - 2019-08)

Managed SQL Server environments across DEV, QA, UAT, Training, and Production systems supporting high-volume DOJ enterprise applications and mission-critical reporting platforms. Coordinated database administration and support activities for enterprise systems, ensuring stable performance, operational reliability, and secure database access across multiple business units.

• Configured replication, failover clustering, and AlwaysOn solutions that maintained high availability for critical production systems
• Developed and maintained 60+ SSIS packages, SSAS cubes, SQL Agent jobs, and SSRS reports supporting enterprise reporting operations
• Optimized database performance through indexing and query tuning, improved SQL execution efficiency by up to 45%
• Automated maintenance and monitoring processes, reducing manual DBA administration efforts by 30%
• Supported multi-terabyte databases and partitioned tables for high-volume enterprise workloads
• Resolved production SQL outages and critical incidents, minimizing downtime during after-hours support operations

SQL DBA / Developer - CSRA / GAO - Washington, DC

(2015-09 - 2016-02)

Installed, upgraded, and maintained SQL Server 2008 R2 and 2012 environments to SQL Server 2014 platforms, improving database stability, operational efficiency, and long-term infrastructure support capabilities. Supported enterprise database modernization initiatives by implementing upgraded SQL Server environments that enhanced system performance and reduced operational risks.

• Managed database incidents and service requests using ITSM systems, consistently meeting SLA response targets
• Performed backup validation and disaster recovery testing that ensured business continuity compliance
• Utilized SQL Profiler, DMV analysis, and performance counters to identify and resolve database bottlenecks
• Configured mirroring, failover clustering, and AlwaysOn solutions to improve high availability capabilities
• Developed SSIS and SSRS reporting solutions that streamlined operational and management reporting processes

SQL Server Database Administrator - IBM / Fannie Mae - Remote

(2012-04 - 2015-08)

Installed, configured, and maintained SQL Server HA/DR solutions, including mirroring, replication, clustering, and AlwaysOn technologies, supporting enterprise-level financial systems and critical production databases. Improved database availability and disaster recovery readiness by implementing enterprise high-availability solutions designed to minimize downtime and support continuous business operations.

• Managed backup, restore, and point-in-time recovery operations supporting critical production databases with high availability requirements
• Utilized ETL tools including DTS, SSIS, Import/Export BCP utilities to process large enterprise datasets efficiently
• Leveraged SQL administration tools, including Redgate, Idera, Spotlight, Toad, and LiteSpeed, to improve database monitoring and operational support
• Developed and modified database objects, including tables, indexes, constraints, views, stored procedures, and triggers supporting enterprise applications

MBA - Accounting - National University (1998-04 - 2000-11)

BBA - Accounting - National University (1993-06 - 1998-01)