SeniorFull TimeEN
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.
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.
Microsoft Database Administrator
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
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
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
