Manager, Global Database Administration

Job Summary

The Manager of Global Database Administration leads HP's enterprise database operations, overseeing a globally distributed team of HP employees and contingent workers responsible for Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, and non-standard platforms (MongoDB, MySQL/MariaDB, PostgreSQL). This role combines technical leadership with vendor management, SOX/ITGC compliance, financial oversight, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure the reliability, security, and performance of HP's mission-critical database infrastructure across on-premises and cloud environments.

Database Operations & Engineering

• Direct end-to-end operations of HP's enterprise database portfolio across on-premises data centers and public cloud (Azure/AWS).
• Oversee architecture standards, monitoring tooling (Oracle Enterprise Manager, Microsoft System Center Operations Manager, Datadog), and the custom-built DB360 platform for automated password resets, maintenance scheduling, SOX reporting, and access management.
• Lead quarterly patching cycles across Oracle and SQL Server environments, coordinating downtime windows globally.
• Serve as the escalation point for P1/P2 database incidents, driving root cause analysis and recovery.
• Provide consulting on database-related inquiries, performance tuning, and architecture.
• Define database architecture and product roadmap for technologies the team supports.

SOX Compliance, Audit & Governance

• Own all SOX/ITGC database controls (AS.CS-D, AS.UAM-D) for Oracle and SQL Server.
• Serve as primary liaison to EY external auditors for database-related matters — coordinating walkthroughs, evidence gathering, and audit scheduling across APJ and AMS time zones.
• Manage Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) integration for database applications, ensuring proper entitlement ownership and access provisioning/revocation workflows.
• Author and maintain ITGC compliance language for vendor Statements of Work and manage SRS submissions for database tools.

Team Leadership & People Management

• Lead a globally distributed team of HP employees and contingent workforce spanning the US, Singapore, and India.
• Manage performance reviews, compensation/promotion nominations (TCP), and career development.
• Ensure 24/7 operational coverage through effective shift management and escalation paths globally across AMS and APJ.
• Develop talent pipelines through intern programs and mentoring.

Vendor & Financial Management

• Manage the vendor relationship for database operations, including SOW authoring/negotiation, performance oversight, and engagement management.
• Own GDBA budget — PO creation/approval (HP Ariba), invoice management, cost center tracking, and project DBA pool allocation (~$262K+ annually).
• Partner with Business Planning (Finance) on FUFD budget flash reporting and cross-charge models.

Strategic & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Microsoft on SQL Server licensing strategy and enterprise agreements.
• Collaborate with Cybersecurity on database account standards, vulnerability remediation, encryption (TDE), and open share compliance.
• Support enterprise initiatives including Datadog observability transition, CView/CMDB asset management, and ServiceNow integrations.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years in enterprise database administration (Oracle and/or MS SQL Server) with 5+ years in management leading globally distributed teams.
• Deep technical expertise in Oracle RDBMS, SQL Server, and related technologies (RAC, database HA/DR architecture, Always On, replication, performance tuning, backup/recovery).
• Proven SOX/ITGC compliance experience — control design, evidence collection, and Big Four audit coordination.
• Vendor management experience with major IT outsourcing partners, including SOW negotiation and procurement processes.
• Budget and financial management experience including PO/PR workflows and cost center oversight.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity policies as applied to database environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud database environments (Azure SQL, AWS RDS, Oracle Cloud).
• Familiarity with Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) platforms (e.g., SailPoint, Saviynt) and automated access provisioning/revocation.
• Experience with observability/monitoring tools (Datadog, Splunk, OEM, SCOM).
• Background in ITSM processes (ServiceNow/ITIL) and Power BI reporting.