System administrator (Database Focus)

Netcompany; Brussel Hoofdstad; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal and commuting allowance

Mobility budget or commuting allowance

Well-being activities on premises

Udemy for Business access

Personalized development plan

Job summary

Netcompany Belgium is seeking a System administrator with a database focus to manage on-prem Oracle/MS SQL and cloud PostgreSQL databases, ensuring performance, security, and reliability. You will support applications and deliver clear technical documentation.

The role emphasizes Windows Server, IIS, AD/Entra ID, Azure DevOps pipelines, and automation using PowerShell or SQL scripting, with opportunities for growth in a large European team.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Bachelor’s with extensive experience (8+ or 12+ years) in CS/IT.
• Fluent in English, written and spoken.
• Proven DB admin experience across Oracle, MS SQL Server, PostgreSQL.
• Strong skills in performance tuning, backup/recovery, monitoring.
• Azure cloud experience, automation and scripting (PowerShell/SQL).

Responsibilities

• Administer on-prem Oracle/MS SQL and cloud PostgreSQL databases.
• Maintain patching, tuning, backup/recovery, monitoring, and user management.
• Ensure security, hardening, auditing, and access control for databases.
• Support application owners and users of databases.
• Create technical docs, reports, and client presentations.
• Contribute to Windows/IIS, AD/EntraID, Azure DevOps pipelines, cert renewals.

Skills

Database administration

Azure cloud

Scripting (PowerShell/SQL)

Performance tuning

Documentation

Education

Master’s degree in Computer Science/IT

Bachelor’s degree (with ≥12 years experience)

Tools

Oracle

Microsoft SQL Server

PostgreSQL

Windows Server

IIS

Active Directory/Entra ID

Azure DevOps

Job description

Are you ready to shape the future technological landscape in Europe?
We are dedicated to responsible digitalisation, building innovative, inclusive solutions that drive meaningful impact. With over 8,900 professionals across Europe, we help EU institutions, public and private organisations thrive in a rapidly evolving digital world. Are you ready to shape the future through technology? Your journey starts here. Take a look at some of our impactful projects here: https://netcompany.com/cases/

Job Description

So, what are the main duties of aSystem administrator (Database Focus)in Netcompany ?

As a System administrator (Database Focus)you will:

• Perform core administration and operation tasks of the on-premises (Oracle, MS SQL) and Azure cloud (PostgreSQL) databases: installation, patching, performance tuning, backup and recovery, monitoring, listener configuration, tablespaces and user management, automation and scripting.
• Ensure theevolution of the databases infrastructure and architectures, as well as the hosting platforms: system hardening, user access control, and auditing.
• Managethe security and compliance of the databases infrastructure: vulnerabilities identification and remediations, analyse of the security audit and logs.
• Provide support to applications' owners and overall users of the databases.
• Develop high-quality technical documentation, reports, and client presentations.
• Contribute to other systems administration tasks beyond database (Windows servers/IIS, Active Directory/EntraID, Azure DevOps deployment pipelines, certificate renewals, operational trouble-shooting and problem solving)

Qualifications

What would make you a fit for the role:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, with a minimum of 8years of relevant professional experience or Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 12 years of relevant professional experience
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken
• Proven experience in the administration and operation of Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, and PostgreSQL databases, including installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, and ongoing maintenance across on-premises and cloud environments.
• Strong knowledge of database performance tuning, monitoring, backup and recovery, troubleshooting, capacity management, and high-availability practices.
• Experience managing database infrastructure in Microsoft Azure, with knowledge of system administration, infrastructure evolution, automation, and scripting using PowerShell, SQL, or equivalent tools.
• Good understanding of database hardening, access control, user and privilege management, vulnerability assessment and remediation, security auditing, and log analysis.
• Experience with Windows Server, IIS, Active Directory/Entra ID, Azure DevOps deployment pipelines, and certificate management, with the ability to troubleshoot infrastructure and application-related issues.
• Ability to provide technical support to application owners and database users, collaborate with infrastructure teams, and produce clear technical documentation, operational procedures, reports, and client presentations.

Additional Information

Being a part of the Netcompany team, you will be provided with:

• Opportunity to work in a modern environment.
• Competitive compensation & benefits package
• Meal and commuting allowance
• Mobility budget or commuting allowance (if applicable)
• Well-being activities (on premises)
• Continuous learning opportunities using the most modern methods (unlimited access to Udemy for Business, ad-hoc trainings)
• Personalized development plan for targeted career growth

If you are looking forward to be part of a diverse environment, and have the opportunity to work alongside well-experienced professionals, on challenging, large-scale projects that directly impact millions of citizens around the globe, then this is the place to be!

By joining NetcompanyBelgium, you will be an integral part of a distinguished team of600+tech enthusiasts working for international projects, primarily within the European Institutions market, with a unique opportunity to shape the future of digital services in an environment that values ideas and fosters growth.

We ensure equal opportunities, treatment, and consideration to all candidates. Discrimination based on sex, racial or ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation or marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other factor protected by applicable laws and regulations is prohibited. As part of the Netcompany culture, we respect human rights and focus on creating a positive workplace, where all employees are valued, and where diversity and inclusion are a vital part of our everyday working experience.