Raziq Shekha
About Raziq Shekha
Raziq Shekha is a Senior Database Administrator with extensive experience in managing various database systems. He has worked at Anadarko Petroleum for 18 years and currently serves in the same role at Accruent, specializing in SQL databases on Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform.
Work at Accruent
Raziq Shekha has been employed at Accruent as a Senior Database Administrator since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for managing and maintaining various database systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. His expertise includes handling SQL Server database upgrades and migrations, as well as implementing high availability solutions and disaster recovery strategies. Shekha utilizes tools such as SQLSentry for performance tuning and OctopusDeploy for efficient database deployments.
Previous Experience at Anadarko Petroleum
Prior to joining Accruent, Raziq Shekha worked at Anadarko Petroleum as a Senior Database Administrator from 2001 to 2019. During his 18 years at the company, he was based in The Woodlands, Texas. He supported multiple database systems, including EMS, FAMIS360, TMS, Mainspring, and Asset Enterprise. Shekha served as the primary Database Administrator for the Maintenance Connection system, contributing to the management and optimization of critical data resources.
Education and Expertise
Raziq Shekha holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Philosophy from The University of Texas at Arlington. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) in Management Information Systems from the University of Houston, C.T. Bauer College of Business. Additionally, he is an Oracle Certified Professional for version 12c, showcasing his proficiency in database management and administration.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Shekha specializes in managing SQL databases on Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform. His technical skills include implementing high availability solutions, disaster recovery strategies, and log shipping processes. He is experienced in database recovery processes and utilizes SQLSentry for performance tuning. His proficiency in OctopusDeploy enhances his capability in managing database deployments effectively.