Peter Archibong, DBA

Oracle Certified Professional with over 20 years of hands-on experience spanning Oracle database administration and database development in enterprise production environments. Skilled across the full DBA lifecycle — installation, configuration, upgrades, patching, and migrations — along with database object development (stored procedures, triggers, and functions), RMAN-based backup and recovery, performance tuning and query optimization, and root-cause troubleshooting for production incidents. Strong background in database security administration (users, roles, and privileges), high availability, and disaster recovery planning, with proven ability to partner closely with application developers, infrastructure teams, and business stakeholders.

Comfortable working across both DBA and development activities, with a track record of building technical documentation and standards for enterprise database environments.

Microsoft SQL Server Database Administrator 2 - State of Georgia - Atlanta, GA

(2015-02 - 2024-04)

• Provided production support and critical incident resolution across high-volume enterprise databases, performing root-cause analysis using DBCC CHECKDB and execution-plan review to resolve indexing, performance, and availability issues before they impacted end users.
• Developed and maintained database objects — stored procedures, triggers, and functions — supporting SSRS reporting and line-of-business applications, working closely with application developers on requirements and testing.
• Directed a high-volume Oracle-to-SQL Server database migration and led related upgrades and patching cycles, ensuring a seamless transition with zero disruption to production reporting.
• Diagnosed and resolved database security issues, including orphaned users and access anomalies; managed user access, roles, and privileges to enforce least-privilege controls across production environments.
• Implemented Windows Clustering and Database High Availability with Listeners, and led disaster recovery planning, backup/restore procedures, and recovery drills to maintain continuous system reliability.
• Automated recurring database and ETL workflows using SSIS packages scheduled as SQL Agent jobs, including scripted data loads from batch text files into SQL Azure.
• Maintained technical documentation and standard operating procedures for database configurations, changes, and processes to support enterprise compliance requirements.
• Built a web-based application in Visual Studio .NET Core 6 (C#) to support end-user reporting needs; recognized as Employee of the Year for outstanding performance.

Director / Instructor, Information Technology Department - Atlanta Technical College - Atlanta, GA

(2005-02 - 2015-05)

• Deployed and managed Oracle Database on Linux server infrastructure, providing hands-on DBA and production support for departmental applications and reporting systems.
• Implemented RMAN-based backup, recovery, and disaster recovery drills to protect Oracle Database integrity and ensure rapid restoration in the event of failure.
• Performed root-cause troubleshooting and performance tuning to resolve production database issues and minimize workflow disruption for end users and staff.
• Established departmental technical standards and documentation, and trained IT staff and application developers on Oracle database procedures and best practices.
• Received an award for outstanding leadership in driving excellence and innovation in Oracle Database management.

Oracle Database Administrator - American Computer Technology - Decatur, GA

(1998-02 - 2003-05)

• Managed Oracle database administration and production support for fifteen departments, serving as the primary point of contact for database-related issues, upgrades, and requests.
• Established a structured database work-request and ticketing system, and performed ongoing performance tuning and root-cause analysis to optimize productivity and resolve recurring issues.
• Administered database security, including user accounts, roles, and access privileges, and hardened supporting infrastructure (firewalls, email/web servers) against security threats.
• Led delivery, installation, and configuration of corporate Oracle database systems for clients; earned a promotion and Oracle Certification training for exceptional performance.

Master's Degree - Finance - Clark Atlanta University

Bachelor's Degree - Accounting - Georgia State University