James Grant

Background

About James Grant

Experienced System and Database Administrator with 8+ years supporting IT environments across government, private sector, and manufacturing industries. Skilled in scaling infrastructure, optimizing server and network performance, and administering SAP HANA systems and databases. I also bring hands-on development experience with JavaScript, SQL, C#, and Python to build secure, practical solutions.My focus is on resilient infrastructure and efficient database operations that reduce downtime and strengthen business continuity. Building on this foundation, I am expanding into cybersecurity to better secure the environments I manage and support mission-critical objectives.Key Achievements:Disaster Recovery: Designed and implemented BDR strategies with on-site/off-site replication, improving RPO/RTO metrics and reducing downtime risk.SAP HANA Systems: Maintained and scaled database platforms to ensure high availability and seamless end-user operations.Application Development: Built full-stack components for startup initiatives, integrating user-facing interfaces, backend logic, and database connectivity.Core StrengthsSystems Administration | Database Management | Infrastructure SecuritySAP HANA | Backup & Disaster Recovery | Cloud MigrationsProgramming: Python, SQL, JavaScript, C#Remote Monitoring & Management (RMM)| Network Optimization | Scalable IT Design