What Is Dba KRA/KPI

Key Responsibility Areas (KRA) & Key Performance Indicators (KPI)

1. Database Performance Optimization

KRA: Ensuring optimal performance of databases to enhance overall system efficiency.

Short Description: Improve database performance for better operations.

• Database response time
• Query optimization rate
• Index fragmentation reduction
• Server uptime percentage

2. Data Security and Compliance

KRA: Implementing and maintaining data security measures to ensure compliance with regulations.

Short Description: Ensure data security and compliance standards are met.

• Number of security breaches
• Regulatory compliance score
• Data encryption implementation rate
• Security audit results

3. Backup and Recovery Management

KRA: Developing and managing backup and recovery procedures to safeguard critical data.

Short Description: Ensure data backup and recovery processes are efficient.

• Backup success rate
• Recovery time objective (RTO)
• Data loss prevention rate
• Backup storage utilization

4. Database Monitoring and Maintenance

KRA: Monitoring database health and performing regular maintenance tasks for optimal performance.

Short Description: Ensure databases are monitored and maintained effectively.

• Database uptime percentage
• Monitoring alerts response time
• Patch deployment efficiency
• Database growth rate management

5. Database Design and Implementation

KRA: Designing and implementing database structures to meet organizational needs.

Short Description: Improve database design for better functionality.

• Schema design efficiency
• Database scalability assessment
• Implementation timeline adherence
• Database performance after implementation

6. User Access Management

KRA: Managing user access permissions and roles to ensure data security and integrity.

Short Description: Administer user access rights effectively.

• User access review frequency
• Access control policy adherence
• Role-based access implementation
• User access audit trail accuracy

7. Disaster Recovery Planning

KRA: Developing and testing disaster recovery plans to minimize data loss in emergency situations.

Short Description: Plan for data recovery in case of disasters.

• Disaster recovery plan testing frequency
• RTO and recovery point objective (RPO) achievement
• Backup site readiness assessment
• Disaster recovery drill success rate

8. Performance Tuning and Troubleshooting

KRA: Analyzing and resolving database performance issues to optimize system functionality.

Short Description: Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks.

• Resolution time for performance issues
• Performance tuning impact assessment
• Query optimization success rate
• System downtime reduction after troubleshooting

9. Automation and Scripting

KRA: Developing automation scripts to streamline database tasks and enhance operational efficiency.

Short Description: Automate repetitive tasks for efficiency.

• Script execution time optimization
• Number of automated tasks implemented
• Script error rate reduction
• Operational cost savings due to automation

10. Documentation and Reporting

KRA: Maintaining detailed documentation and generating reports on database activities for analysis and decision-making.

Short Description: Document and report database operations accurately.

• Documentation completeness rate
• Report accuracy and timeliness
• Documentation update frequency
• Report insights for performance improvement