Database Administrator (SQL server)

We are looking for a ​Database Administrator (SQL server) in the ICT Operations and Infrastructure Area​ on behalf of and in support to our client for their location in ​The Hague, The Netherlands​.  

Please note, the successful candidate will be employed by ATG Europe (or one of its subsidiaries). Furthermore, upon selection, they will be subject to a general security screening performed by an external provider (further information will be provided at interview stage). 

The successful candidate will be tasked with, but not limited to: 

• Database server deployment: installing, configuring, patching, upgrading Database servers, Database Management systems, Databases; 

• Virtual server configuration: configuring, patching, upgrading virtual Servers and operating systems underlying the DBMSs, including Microsoft Windows Server;  

• Health monitoring: defining, gathering, managing metrics for monitoring databases, operating systems and servers to ensure systems remain healthy; checking error logs, system events, database events, disk space and storage events use monitoring tools including SCOM to identify, prevent and resolve issues; 

• Security management: Enforce data security and data protection policies by managing security and database access, identifying and auditing user access of sensitive databases in compliance with procedures and regulations; 

• Database maintenance: installing, configuring, scheduling, monitoring Database Jobs for Backups, Integrity checks, Index maintenance, Update Statistics, etc;  

• Backup and recovery: define, create, schedule database backup plans and strategy, ensure restorability, integrate Database-level backups with Operating System-level backup systems like NetBackup, manage Data Retention; 

• Performance monitoring, tuning, and optimization: define and gather critical performance metrics for DBMSs and OSs to ensure fast database performance using tools like SolarWinds DPA; assess data access patterns and query plans for improving performance by tuning and optimizing database queries;  

• Business Continuity: ensure to meet SLAs by configuring High Availability & Disaster Recovery, defining, implementing, configuring, monitoring technologies including AlwaysOn Availability Groups and Windows Server Failover Clusters; 

• Automation: define, implement, schedule, monitor scripts for automation of repetitive, recurring tasks using Powershell, etc.; 

• DevOps: define, create, implement DevOps pipelines for deploying database changes into production using AzureDevops, FlyWay, etc.; 

• Data modelling: design, reverse engineer, document conceptual and physical database models and define and update standard operating procedures; 

• Change management: implement database Changes and Releases into production and other environments, in compliance with standards and procedures; 

• Coordination: Coordinate and/or participate with multiple teams to coordinate activities from Development, Architecture, Applications, Security, Networks, and Service Management in case of troubleshooting and problem resolution;  

• Communication: communicate opposing views to stakeholders and facilitate compromise solutions, display and enable teamwork; 

• Training and Knowledge Transfer: Provide technical training or knowledge transfer to internal teams, ensuring smooth handovers and self-sufficiency in routine tasks; 

• Assigned ticket handling: Promptly address incident and change tickets assigned through the ITSM tool, ensuring they are handled immediately upon assignment. This includes following up, prioritizing tasks, and resolving them within the established timeframes and according to SLAs.  

ATG is dedicated to diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. Regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, handicap, or any other reason protected by relevant state or municipal legislation, we are pleased to consider all eligible candidates for employment. 

Please ensure that your CV clearly explains how you meet the mandatory requirements. If it doesn’t align completely with the essential criteria, it could result in rejection. 

• Master’s degree in Computer Science; 

• At least 12 years of relevant experience; 

• Candidates must have or be eligible to obtain EU Secret level Personnel Security Clearance;

• Candidates must be eligible to work in the EU;  

• Fluency in English, both written and spoken. 

Please submit your application in English via the apply button below. Applications submitted in other languages will not be considered.