For an international institution based in The Hague, we are urgently looking for a Database Administrator with +3 years experience in Microsoft and /or Linux based Database Management.
Relocation to The Hague is necessary. Workpermit is not provided. This position is open for contractors, who would like to commit long-term.
Tasks and responsibilities:
Installing, maintaining, updating, and troubleshooting Database related Middleware related to Microsoft SQL / MySQL / Postgres;
Validating Transition Processes to Operations for new Releases;
Maintaining the Database environment, including contributing to reporting on the functioning of the Databases;
Preparing/implementing possible new technical functions, including ensuring that any change is reflected in the appropriate documentation and ITSM processes;
Identifying opportunities for Middleware and Database optimisation and supporting the installation of patches and updates when needed;
Identifying needs regarding automation of testing and testing enhancements;
Anticipating Database outages by ensuring backups and disaster recovery procedures are tested and validated and responding to reported security violations;
Researching, recommending and implementing changes to procedures and systems of the Agency in order to enhance application security;
Active monitoring and analysing application access, connectivity and potential threats;
Profile:
Bachelor or Master degree;
Minimum 3 years experience in Microsoft and /or Linux based Database Management;
Linux/ MySQL / Postgres;
Expertise in SQL Query and Stored Procedure authoring, troubleshooting and refactoring for efficiency;
Experience in Installing, Upgrading and Maintaining Independent MSSQL and MSQL Cluster installations;
IT Server Administration – Windows/Linux – for MSSQL Server;
Backup solutions for Database Solutions and Disaster recovery;
