Parsa Bahrami

- Served as Lead DBA for the USUI project, overseeing the migration of database and middleware components from on-premises to Azure and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). - Researched, designed, and led a proof of concept (PoC) for a highly available and disaster-resilient architecture in Azure Cloud for business-critical applications. Implemented an advanced Oracle Data Guard Fast-Start Failover solution with multiple Far Sync instances and Observers distributed across Azure regions to ensure maximum HA/DR coverage. - Collaborated on architecture design, implementation, validation, and optimization for Oracle database and middleware technologies to support enterprise-wide solutions and initiatives - Led the transition from in-place to out-of-place patching for Oracle Grid Infrastructure and Oracle Database. Designed and executed an internal PoC and automated the end-to-end patching process using Ansible and custom Bash scripts. - Primary support for Oracle GoldenGate to implement real-time data integration and replication between various heterogeneous systems used by a number of projects

- Act as the lead DBA for various projects such as Oracle 19c Upgrade project, SQL Server 2017 Upgrade project, Datacenter Consolidation, and Cloud Modernization Program; and ensure execution within the allocated time and budget - Provide 24/7 support of production and non-prod 10/11g, 12c, 18c, and 19c databases on multiple platforms, both on premise and in a multi-cloud environment; as well as 24/7 support of Weblogic and Fusion Middleware infrastructure - Architect, implement, and manage High Availability and Disaster Recovery solutions using Oracle RAC, Oracle DataGuard, and Oracle GoldenGate for highly critical large-scale applications - Collaborate on architecture design, implementation, validation, and optimization for Oracle database and middleware technologies to support enterprise-wide solutions and initiatives - Evaluate the database infrastructure of various applications to identify issue and propose solutions to mitigate operational risks and improve performance - Consult with internal clients and efficiently work with external vendors to find root cause for complex database and middleware issues - Execute right-sizing activities on database servers hosted on Microsoft Azure to ensure optimum performance at a reduced cost is achieved - Act as the primary DBA for handling database vulnerability assessment results, conducting research on mitigation steps, and addressing the vulnerabilities - Coordinate and schedule the monthly OS patching and execute the quarterly database patching for Oracle database instances - Conduct knowledge transfer sessions on Oracle/MS-SQL new technologies and features - Trained and led other DBAs on managing Oracle/MS-SQL/MongoDB as well as Oracle Apex

- Performed administrative and maintenance tasks for both MS-SQL and Oracle databases (e, g, Instance creation, backups and recovery, database refreshes, data fixes, ETL) - Provided DBA support, such as installations, database loading, conversions, and testing to projects as assigned - Provided consultation to application development teams on SQL and PL/SQL best practices - Installed, documented, and maintained SQL Server 2012 instances in both AlwaysOn Failover Cluster mode and AlwaysOn Availability Group mode - Monitored MS-SQL and Oracle databases via Compuware ServerVantage and SolarWinds Orion - Documented various processes and procedures regarding cloning, upgrading, or refreshing different environments - Trained new group members on procedures and ensured they could provide adequate support for both Hyperion and MS-SQL/Oracle environments - Worked closely with vendors to evaluate and approve the underlying technology and its impact to the production environment - Recommended improvements for supporting database environments, including consolidating database servers, implementing database security enhancements, and decommissioning old databases - Participated in the Change Advisory Board meetings on a weekly basis to review and approve change management and release management requests submitted by various business units within the organization

- Tutored college and university student in various subject such as Java Programming, C / C++ / C# Programming, Basic and Advanced Networking, Microsoft Access, Microsoft SQL 2005, 2008, and general database design, as well as PHP and PERL Web Development - Tutored College student in subjects such as Math. (Calculus & Algebra), Physics, Fundamentals of Software Engineering, Chemistry, Astronomy, History, - Tutored high school students in Math., Physics, Chemistry, and Java/C programming

- Deployed software images and managed the assigned workstations and laptops using Symantec Altris Deployment Solution - Managed several servers for some of the IT classes, running Windows Server 2008 R2 - Recorded and uploaded lecture and presentations using the sPresence Webcasting software - Troubleshot and fixed hardware and software problems for the faculty and staff, both in person and over the phone

- Monitored user activities in each lab and enforcing lab policies - Reported any lab policy violations to the respective authorities based on the repetition and severity of the offence - Provided technical assistance to students regarding the Ryerson network and various software/hardware issues

As the webmaster of Ryerson's ITMSA, I was responsible for designing and developing WordPress compatible theme. The theme was designed in PSD and I was responsible for converting the PSD file to HTML5 and CSS, and then convert the HTML files to WordPress compatible PHP files. I was also responsible for creating any online form or applications that may be needed by either the president or any of the vise presidents. All these forms are PHP/MySQL forms with embedded jQuery validation.

- Assisted in evaluation and transmission of data from excel spreadsheet into MS Access-based database - Responsible for the design and implementation of the "Student Curriculum Database" which helped staff with monitoring and notifying students regarding their academic status - Worked on developing a number of VB Macros for MS Access to perform data validation and report generation

Area of Research: Use of Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Deep Learning Algorithms in the healthcare industry Program Description: The Master of Science in Management (MScM) is a thesis based master’s degree in management. Designed for students interested in a research or academic career in business, MScM equips individuals with qualitative and quantitative research skills across several disciplines in management, allows them to gain new knowledge of the complex problems facing organizations in the modern world, and helps them become an expert in a research area by completing and defending a thesis.