THEMBA PHIRI

[email protected] • 0624714415 • Centurion, South Africa
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/thembaaustinphiri4877346

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Highly skilled SQL Database Administrator with 8+ years’ experience delivering secure, high-availability SQL Server environments within financial services and enterprise organisations. Proven expertise in SQL Server administration, SSRS, SSIS, SSAS, AlwaysOn clustering, performance tuning, backup & recovery, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Factory, and other Azure SQL platforms. Strong collaborator with a track record of supporting business intelligence, reporting, and mission-critical systems in regulated environments. DP-300 certified with hands-on experience across on-prem, hybrid, and cloud SQL solutions.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Database Administrator
09/2025 - Present
Eskom Pension and Provident Fund (EPPF) , Bryanston
• Administer and optimize Azure SQL Database and Azure SQL Managed Instance environments across multiple workloads.
• Design and configure right-sized database solutions by selecting appropriate service tiers, compute models, and storage options based on workload requirements.
• Implement cost optimisation strategies, including vCore right-sizing, DTU-to-vCore migrations, and elimination of underutilised resources.
• Review and apply Azure Advisor recommendations to improve cost efficiency, performance, reliability, and security.
• Monitor consumption and proactively identify opportunities to reduce cloud spend without impacting performance or availability.
• Configure and enforce backup retention, long-term backup policies, and disaster recovery strategies aligned with business SLAs.
Database Administrator
11/2023 - 08/2025
SASRIA SOC Ltd
• Monitoring database performance and implementing tuning strategies to ensure optimal efficiency
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop database solutions that align with organizational needs
• Administering and maintaining SQL Server instances to enhance data security and availability
• Conducting regular audits and assessments to identify potential areas for improvement
• Providing support for database-related issues to ensure minimal downtime
Intermediate Database Administrator
04/2022 - 10/2023
PSG Konsult
• Executed database upgrades and migrations with minimal disruption to services
• Established and maintained security protocols to protect sensitive data
• Developed and documented standard operating procedures for routine database tasks
• Provided mentorship to junior team members, fostering a collaborative learning environment
• Performed regular database health checks and implemented corrective actions as necessary
Junior SQL Database Administrator
08/2017 - 03/2022
Alex Forbes
• Participated in database backups, restorations, and recovery processes
• Assisted in troubleshooting database issues and resolving performance bottlenecks
• Supported the documentation of database processes and standard operating procedures
• Engaged in training sessions to enhance skills in database management and administration
• Contributed to team meetings, bringing insights and suggestions for process improvements

EDUCATION

Diploma: Information Technology(NQF Level 6)
01/2018 - 12/2022
Richfield Graduate Institution of Technology
National Certificate: Information Technology (Systems Development MCSD) NQF Level 5
01/2017 - 12/2017
CTU Training And Solution College
DP-300: Microsoft Certified - Azure Database Administrator Associate
10/2024 - 10/2024
Microsoft
AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
08/2021 - 08/2021
Microsoft
National Senior Certificate (Matric)
01/2012 - 12/2016
Voortrekkerhoogte High School

SKILLS

CERTIFICATIONS

DP-300: Microsoft Certified - Azure Database Administrator Associate
10/2024
Microsoft
AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
08/2021
Microsoft

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