Charlie Biggar is an accomplished Production Oracle DBA at TEOCO, bringing over 30 years of extensive experience in systems development, primarily within the telecommunications sector. Since 1997, Charlie has honed his expertise in Oracle production support, specializing in managing databases ranging from 10GB to 4TB...
Charlie Biggar is an accomplished Production Oracle DBA at TEOCO, bringing over 30 years of extensive experience in systems development, primarily within the telecommunications sector. Since 1997, Charlie has honed his expertise in Oracle production support, specializing in managing databases ranging from 10GB to 4TB on Unix/Linux systems. His role is pivotal in ensuring that service level agreements (SLAs) are consistently met, overseeing disaster recovery testing, and providing essential development support.
Currently, Charlie is spearheading a corporate-level Oracle security project, a significant initiative that underscores his commitment to safeguarding data integrity and compliance. His work is heavily influenced by the insights of industry experts like Arup Nanda and Pete Finnigan, whose publications have been instrumental in shaping his approach to Oracle security standards. This project not only enhances TEOCO's security posture but also sets a benchmark for best practices across the organization.
In addition to his core responsibilities, Charlie is actively exploring Oracle 12c technologies, including Automatic Storage Management (ASM), AWR/Perfstat, and Real Application Clusters (RAC). His proficiency in high availability solutions and disaster recovery planning is complemented by a solid foundation in enterprise architecture and data migration strategies. With a skill set that includes Perl scripting, ITIL practices, and a deep understanding of the software development life cycle (SDLC), Charlie continues to drive innovation and efficiency within TEOCO's database management practices. His dedication to continuous improvement and proactive problem-solving makes him an invaluable asset to the team and the broader telecommunications industry.
