Manager, Global Database Administration

HP•Spring, TX

3d•$147,050 - $230,850

About The Position

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.

Requirements

10+ years in enterprise database administration (Oracle and/or MS SQL Server)
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.

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Long term/short term disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Generous time off policies, including; 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
11 paid holidays
Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave