Brian Davis
About Brian Davis
Brian Davis is an IT Manager III at Signet Jewelers, with extensive experience in SQL Server administration and virtualization. He has held various roles in the IT field since 2001, including positions at Nations Lending, UpSearch, and Medical Mutual, and has served as a mentor in the SQL Server community.
Work at Signet Jewelers
Brian Davis currently holds the position of IT Manager III at Signet Jewelers, where he has been employed since 2022. Prior to this role, he worked at Signet Jewelers as IT Engineer IV from 2021 to 2022 and as IT Engineer III (Senior SQL Server DBA) from 2020 to 2021. His experience at Signet Jewelers spans multiple roles, showcasing his expertise in IT management and database administration.
Previous Experience in IT and Database Management
Brian Davis has a diverse background in IT and database management. He served as a Senior Database Administrator at Nations Lending from 2018 to 2019. His earlier roles include SQL Server Consultant at UpSearch from 2013 to 2015, Senior SQL Server Database Analyst & Administrator at Medical Mutual from 2007 to 2013, and Software Analyst at The Ahola Corporation from 2001 to 2007. He also worked as a Product Integration Engineer at SentryOne from 2015 to 2018.
Education and Expertise
Brian Davis earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science Engineering from The University of Toledo, studying from 1996 to 2001. He specializes in SQL Server technologies, including SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) and SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS). He holds multiple certifications, including MCSE, MCITP, and MCDBA, which validate his expertise in the field.
Community Involvement and Mentorship
Brian Davis actively participates in the SQL Server community as a Regional Mentor for the Professional Association for SQL Server (PASS), a role he held from 2015 to 2020. He has been a public speaker and community advocate, sharing his knowledge and experience with others in the field. Additionally, he volunteers for his son's Boy Scout Troop, contributing to community development.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Brian Davis possesses a range of technical skills, particularly in SQL Server Virtualization using VMWare. He is experienced in managing Very Large Databases (VLDB) and is skilled in SQL Server High Availability and Disaster Recovery. His capabilities also extend to performing SQL Server upgrades and conversions from various database platforms, as well as proficiency in PowerShell scripting.