Christopher Zenow
Oswego
Summary
Dynamic Senior Database Engineer with a proven track record at Northrop Grumman, specializing in database optimization and ETL development. Recognized for enhancing system reliability and reducing data storage costs through innovative solutions. Adept at problem-solving and fostering teamwork, delivering high-quality database architectures that meet complex business needs.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Database Engineer
Northrop Grumman
07.2001 - Current
- Assisted in database design and schema creation to support application development.
- Learned SQL and data manipulation techniques for efficient data retrieval and analysis.
- Supported data migration processes, ensuring accuracy during system transitions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify database performance issues and propose solutions.
- Participated in code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards.
- Documented technical specifications and user guides for improved team knowledge sharing.
- Engaged in troubleshooting database-related issues, providing timely resolutions to enhance system reliability.
- Explored emerging database technologies to expand skill set and contribute innovative ideas to projects.
- Performed comprehensive database health checks, identifying areas of improvement for optimal performance.
- Managed multiple simultaneous projects under tight deadlines without compromising quality or functionality of deliverables.
- Reduced data storage costs by implementing efficient data compression techniques.
- Consistently delivered high-quality database solutions on time and within budget, earning recognition from management for excellence in job performance.
- Developed custom SQL scripts for complex reporting requirements and analytical needs.
- Designed robust disaster recovery plans that ensured minimal impact on business operations during unforeseen events affecting the company''s data infrastructure.
- Ensured database security by establishing access controls, backup procedures, and auditing protocols.
- Streamlined data migration processes for seamless system upgrades and integrations.
- Troubleshot and resolved critical database issues, minimizing downtime and maintaining business continuity.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable database solutions for various projects.
- Established clear documentation of all databases, facilitating knowledge transfer among team members and across departments.
- Implemented automation tools to streamline routine maintenance tasks, enhancing productivity levels.
- Optimized ETL processes to improve data processing speeds and overall efficiency.
- Analyzed current processes within the organization to identify opportunities for streamlining related workflows using advanced features available within modern databases.
- Delivered high-quality work through adherence to industry standards such as normalization rules and naming conventions in database design.
- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on best practices in database development and management.
- Evaluated emerging technologies to ensure continued growth of the organization''s databases, incorporating cutting-edge advancements as appropriate.
- Collaborated on ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) tasks, maintaining data integrity and verifying pipeline stability.
- Gathered, defined and refined requirements, led project design and oversaw implementation.
- Developed database architectural strategies at modeling, design, and implementation stages to address business or industry requirements.
- Documented and communicated database schemas using accepted notations.
- Designed data models for complex analysis needs.
- Reviewed project requests describing database user needs to estimate time and cost required to accomplish projects.
Education
Computer Information Systems
DeVry University
Addison, IL06.2005
Skills
- Database troubleshooting
- Database monitoring
- ETL development
- High availability solutions
- Stored procedures
- Backup and recovery
- Data validation
- SQL optimization
- Database security
- Data modeling
- Performance tuning
- Data warehousing
- Indexing strategies
- Replication strategies
- Schema refactoring
- Data integration
- Query analysis
- Continuous integration
- Database architecture design
- Database migration
- Version control systems
- SQL and databases
- SQL programming
- Data migration
- Database design
- Relational databases
- Advanced analytics
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Self motivation
- Analytical thinking
- Database optimization
- ETL processes
- Technical support
- Database management
- Software development
- Database development
- Requirements gathering
Accomplishments
Data as migration, sever/database security
Timeline
Senior Database Engineer
Northrop Grumman
07.2001 - Current
Computer Information Systems
DeVry University