Microsoft Database Administrators

Microsoft Database Administrator at Frontex

Frontex – the European Border and Coast Guard Agency – is looking for Microsoft Database Administrators to support and maintain its enterprise database infrastructure and data platform services.

Project Description

The project focuses on the administration, monitoring, optimization, and continuous improvement of Microsoft SQL-based database environments supporting Frontex operational and corporate systems. The assignment includes management of high-availability database infrastructures, performance optimization, disaster recovery strategies, ETL processes, and Microsoft data platform technologies deployed in distributed enterprise environments.

The environment includes Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Business Intelligence technologies, Microsoft Fabric services, cloud-based data solutions, virtualization infrastructures, and ITIL-driven operational processes. Consultants will contribute to database stability, scalability, security, and operational continuity while ensuring efficient incident management and support activities.

The service is delivered in a hybrid model combining on-site presence at the Frontex Headquarters with remote service provision. The assignment requires strong analytical capabilities, excellent troubleshooting skills, autonomy, and the ability to work within security-sensitive and fast-evolving technical environments.

Role

Microsoft Database Administrator

Responsibilities

• Administered and monitored Microsoft SQL Server database environments deployed across distributed enterprise infrastructures

• Managed database performance tuning, optimization, and capacity planning activities

• Implemented and maintained high-availability solutions including Always On deployments and disaster recovery configurations

• Troubleshot database incidents, performance bottlenecks, and operational issues using SQL Profiler, Execution Plans, and Dynamic Management Views (DMVs)

• Provided 2nd line support for database-related incidents and operational requests

• Managed ETL processes, data transformations, and scripting activities for Microsoft SQL environments and cloud services

• Supported Microsoft Business Intelligence and Microsoft Fabric tools and services

• Performed database deployments, maintenance, upgrades, and monitoring activities

• Implemented changes in accordance with ITIL-based change management procedures

• Administered and monitored virtualized database infrastructures and related Microsoft systems

• Worked with recovery models including Full, Simple, and Bulk-Logged strategies

• Maintained technical documentation, operational procedures, and reporting activities

• Contributed to database availability, security, scalability, and operational continuity initiatives

• Worked within restricted and security-sensitive environments following operational and security standards

• Performed additional database administration and operational tasks assigned by management

Required Technical Environment / Technologies

• Microsoft SQL Server

• Microsoft Fabric

• Microsoft Business Intelligence (BI)

• Azure Database Services

• ETL Tools

• SQL Scripting

• SQL Profiler

• Execution Plans

• Dynamic Management Views (DMVs)

• Always On Availability Groups

• DBPlus Performance Monitor

• Active Directory

• Virtual Infrastructure Administration

• Cloud Data Services

• ITIL Processes

• Database Monitoring & Performance Tuning

• Disaster Recovery Solutions

Soft Skills & Professional Capabilities

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities

• Proactive and service-oriented mindset

• Ability to work autonomously and within teams

• Adaptability to fast-changing technologies

• Strong organizational and documentation skills

• Ability to work efficiently in complex and restricted environments