Hassan Raza K.

 Versatile and accomplished management professional offering over 20 years of experience in database and application server administration and application development across various industries.  Proficient in Oracle Developer 4.5/ 2000/ 6i/ 10g, Access, VBA, Crystal Reports with Oracle, SQL Server, Access Databases on huge networked installations consisting of AIX and Windows servers.  Recognised for hands-on experience in installing and testing new versions of the database management system and maintaining data standards, including adherence to the Data Protection Act.  Strong working knowledge of controlling access permissions and privileges; developing, managing, and testing back-up and recovery plans; and ensuring the correct functioning of storage, archiving, back-up, and recovery procedures.  Showcasing exceptional organizational, multi-tasking, and analytical skills leading to effective operational excellence and communicating regularly with technical, applications, and operational staff to ensure database integrity and security.  Adept at commissioning and installing new applications and customizing existing applications to match them appropriately; and working closely with IT project managers, database programmers, and web developers.  Strong expertise in leading application development teams and administration and tuning of Oracle Databases including Energy Billing, Container Terminal Management System, Core Banking, Oracle Financials, EDI Mapping with IBM Sterling and Go-XML.  Skilled initiator of successful strategies ensuring effective operational excellence and improved work ethic, culture, and performance. Received Appreciation letter from the CEO of Karachi International Container Terminal for successful implementation of CARe project.  Excellent communicator and a top negotiator with an ability to work under pressure in fast-paced, time-sensitive environments. Proven ability to effectively interact with people of diverse nationalities; comfortable working in a multicultural setting.