Yared Getahun
About Yared Getahun
Yared Getahun is a SQL Server Database Administrator with over 11 years of experience, currently employed at CenterPoint Energy in Houston, Texas. He has a Bachelor of Business Administration in Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management from the University of Houston-Downtown.
Work at CenterPoint Energy
Yared Getahun has served as a SQL Server Database Administrator at CenterPoint Energy since 2013. In this role, he has been responsible for implementing database mirroring and log shipping, which enhance the company's high availability and disaster recovery capabilities. His work involves close collaboration with application, development, and infrastructure teams to facilitate database migration and meet new application requirements. Getahun has also automated various database tasks to ensure optimal performance.
Previous Experience at State Street
Prior to his tenure at CenterPoint Energy, Yared Getahun worked as a SQL Server Database Administrator at State Street from 2011 to 2013. During his time there, he focused on database management and performance optimization. His experience at State Street laid the foundation for his current role, allowing him to develop skills in SQL Server administration and database performance monitoring.
Education and Expertise
Yared Getahun earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degree in Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management from the University of Houston-Downtown. He studied at the university from 2011 to 2015. His educational background complements his technical expertise in database administration, particularly in SQL Server environments.
Technical Skills and Contributions
Yared Getahun has demonstrated proficiency in various technical skills throughout his career. He has utilized the Data Collector to monitor CPU, DISK, and Memory counters for performance analysis. Additionally, he has optimized SQL queries and stored procedures in collaboration with database developers. His contributions have significantly improved database performance and efficiency.