The Principal Database Administrator (PDBA) is the global strategic and technical lead on the design, build, management and maintenance of all IT and Manufacturing applications from a database perspective, these are core and business critical to the FDB manufacturing processes and protection of customer data. They will drive the operational cybersecurity capabilities and roadmaps globally across IT regarding database hosting and usage and ensure alignment with established legal standards such as NIST 800-82, ISA/IEC62443, CIS-20, and ISO27001. Exercises independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. They are accountable for system availability and performance, which may impact the entire FDB functions and productions.

The work we do at FUJIFILM Biotechnologies has never been more important—and we are looking for talented candidates to join us. We are growing our locations, our capabilities, and our teams, and looking for passionate, mission-driven people like you who want to make a real difference in people’s lives.

Join FUJIFILM Biotechnologies and help make the next vaccine, cure, or gene therapy in partnership with some of the most innovative biopharma companies across the globe. We are proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your passion, energy, and drive - what we call Genki. 
 
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The Principal Database Administrator (PDBA) is the global strategic and technical lead on the design, build, management and maintenance of all IT and Manufacturing applications from a database perspective, these are core and business critical to the FDB manufacturing processes and protection of customer data. They will drive the operational cybersecurity capabilities and roadmaps globally across IT regarding database hosting and usage and ensure alignment with established legal standards such as NIST 800-82, ISA/IEC62443, CIS-20, and ISO27001. Exercises independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. They are accountable for system availability and performance, which may impact the entire FDB functions and productions.

What you'll do:

• Design: Be the technical and design lead for the day-to-day support and availability of all FDB Global databases, including build, configure, tune, administer, and support database technologies and solutions.
• Technical Oversight: Perform cross-functional, multidisciplinary technical oversight to include evaluation of project work, staff, methods, and associated procedures related to enterprise-level IT/OT database systems. Compile technology related documentation for GxP and critical IT database technologies. Participate in system validation and testing processes as required. Approve validation documentation together with relevant ITQ. Represent IT system in connection with audits and inspections.
• Leadership and Collaboration: Perform cross-functional, multidisciplinary technical oversight to include evaluation of project work, staff, methods, and associated procedures related to enterprise-level IT/OT database systems. Compile technology related documentation for GxP and critical IT database technologies. Participate in system validation and testing processes as required. Approve validation documentation together with relevant ITQ. Represent IT system in connection with audits and inspections.
• Integration: LDBA’s are responsible for leading the design and deployment of new database technologies ensuring that they integrate smoothly with existing systems and infrastructure. They ensure that all FDB polices, and procedures are followed and that all deployed systems meet the security frameworks in place. The are responsible for ensuring AIS metrics are defined and met prior to new system/service deployment.

Minimum Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Computer Science or Information Technology or relevant technical certifications
• 10+ years experience in an senior DBA position with proven track record in an enterprise IT infrastructure environment; or
• 6+ years’ experience of working in a biomedical IT service environment in a senior DBA role; or
• Any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background to deliver against role expectations.
• In depth experience of scripting and automation technologies
• Experience of tracking emerging IT issues, strategies, roadmaps, patterns, and technologies over time to assess opportunities to enhance service delivery.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong SQL expertise and solid understanding across several DBMS (MSSQL, Oracle, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and more…), including performance tuning and backup/restore best practices.
• In-depth technical knowledge of DB Backup/Replication Technologies
• In-depth technical knowledge of DB tuning
• Working knowledge of cloud infrastructure platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure)
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., SQL, PowerShell, Python) is preferred.
• In depth knowledge of Infrastructure DB security and associated frameworks such as ISO27000
• Solid business acumen and at-ease when engaging with senior leadership.
• Adept at communicating with technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels, and across organizations, using architecture communication techniques.
• Adept at gaining support from business and technical stakeholders for IT DB initiatives with medium/high levels of risk, impact, and complexity.

The US salary range for this position is $161,000 to $252,000.  Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

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Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department (fdbglobaltalent@fujifilm.com).