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For one of our clients, we are looking for a SQL DBA (monitoring experience on top is highly appreciated)

Start: ASAP. Duration: 12 months and then perm. Location: Den Bosch

Accountable for the SQL Database platform’s performance, security, compliance, and lifecycle management. Leads roadmap execution, vendor governance, and platform standards.

The Datacenter Services team operates as a collaborative governance group, ensuring continuity and resilience across all platforms. Each Platform Owner works closely with peers to provide backup for decision-making during absences and to maintain consistent standards. While each role focuses on a primary platform, proven experience with other platforms (e.g., VMware, Backup, Storage, Monitoring, Azure) is considered a strong advantage.

• Define and maintain the platform roadmap (modernization, HA/DR, automation, cloud adoption).
• Ensure service availability, performance, security, and compliance with regulations.
• Provide deep technical expertise for Microsoft SQL Servers.
• Advise on database design, optimization, and performance tuning.
• Support architecture reviews, migrations, and solution design.
• Manage financial aspects, including licensing, budgeting, and cost optimization.
• Govern MSPs delivering operational DBA services; ensure SLA compliance and manage escalations.
• Monitor and report on platform costs; provide forecasts and optimization recommendations.
• Define and enforce database standards, security baselines, and tagging compliance.
• Maintain accurate CMDB and LeanIX mappings.
• Collaborate and align with other platform owners to ensure continuity of governance and decision-making during absences.
• Report KPIs, risks, and improvement plans to management.

• Demonstrated experience in governing and owning SQL Database platforms (Microsoft SQL Server, Azure SQL).
• Strong understanding of database architecture, HA/DR strategies, and security best practices.
• Experience managing MSPs and vendor contracts.
• Experience with monitoring systems.
• Financial acumen for cost control and forecasting.
• ITIL v4 knowledge and experience with ITSM tools.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

If you are interested, please apply with your latest CV.