Database Administration Manager

About the role

Oriental Bank is looking for a Database Administration Manager in Phnom Penh. The role covers the strategy, security, performance and reliability of the bank's databases, and leads and develops the Database Administration team.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement database strategies, architecture, governance frameworks, standards and best practices aligned with the bank's IT objectives.
• Oversee administration, maintenance, monitoring and performance optimization across Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL and PostgreSQL.
• Ensure database security, data integrity, access controls and compliance with regulatory requirements, NBC guidelines, ISO/IEC 27001 and PCI DSS.
• Manage backup, recovery, high availability and disaster recovery solutions to ensure business continuity.
• Oversee installation, configuration, migration, upgrades, patching and capacity planning.
• Work with application development, IT infrastructure, cybersecurity and business intelligence teams on database integration and service delivery.
• Coordinate audits, risk assessments and incident management, and lead the Database Administration team through supervision, performance management and coaching.
• Manage database vendors and service providers against SLAs, and address operational risks, security incidents and potential fraud.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field; professional certifications (Oracle, Microsoft or MySQL DBA) highly preferred.
• At least 4 years of database administration experience, including at least 2 years in a managerial or leadership role in banking or financial services.
• Strong hands-on experience with Oracle (RAC, Data Guard, RMAN) and Microsoft SQL Server (Always On, Clustering).
• Expertise in backup and recovery, replication, high availability and disaster recovery.
• Familiarity with virtualization, cloud platforms and monitoring tools such as Oracle Enterprise Manager and SolarWinds.
• Ability to manage IT projects, troubleshoot complex issues and work under pressure.
• Proficiency in both English and Khmer is required.

Required skills

• Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server administration
• Shell, Python or PowerShell scripting
• Linux/Unix and Windows Server environments

Candidates apply by submitting their application through the bank's contact channels listed in the original posting.