Data Engineer

• Manage installation, configuration, upgrades, and backups of database systems and related products both on-premises and in the cloud;
• Design, develop, and maintain data collection, transformation, and integration processes across multiple on-premises and cloud RDBMS platforms;
• Create, optimize, and maintain analytical and monitoring dashboards in Power BI, Grafana, and SSRS;
• Implement and manage automation tools and scripts for routine database administration, data extraction, and reporting;
• Produce dynamic reports and standardized templates to support database configuration management, performance monitoring, and lifecycle tracking;
• Establish and maintain data governance and quality standards within reporting and integration processes;
• Stay current with database technology roadmaps, contributing to continuous improvement of lifecycle management, security, and data reliability.

Do you have experience in T-SQL?, * Strong proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server and other relational database management systems (RDBMS), including cloud-based platforms;

• Extensive experience in data engineering, with a focus on designing, developing, and maintaining robust data pipelines;
• Solid understanding of high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) architectures, such as server clustering and virtualized infrastructures - essential for ;
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft data and reporting technologies (Power BI, SSRS, SSIS) and familiarity with Grafana;
• Experience in automation for database and data pipeline management tasks;
• Skilled in developing automation scripts using PowerShell/TSQL or Python to enhance data collection, transformation, and reporting workflows;
• Ensures data quality, consistency, and governance across integrated systems, following organizational data standards and compliance requirements;
• Implements secure data handling practices including access control, encryption, and audit logging., * Valid National or NATO Secret personal security clearance

Spektrum supports apex purchasers (NATO, UN, EU, and National Government and Defence) and their Tier 1 supplier ecosystem with a wide range of specialist services. We provide our clients with professional services, specialised aerospace and defence sales, delivery, and operational subject matter expertise. We are looking for personnel to join our team and support key client projects., The NATO Communication and Information Agency (NCIA) is responsible for providing secure and effective communications and information technology (IT) services to NATO's member countries and its partners. The agency was established in 2012 and is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium. The NCIA provides a wide range of services, including: * Cyber Security: The NCIA provides advanced cybersecurity solutions to protect NATO's communication networks and information systems against cyber threats. * Command and Control Systems: The NCIA develops and maintains the systems used by NATO's military commanders to plan and execute operations. * Satellite Communications: The NCIA provides satellite communications services to enable secure and reliable communications between NATO forces. * Electronic Warfare: The NCIA provides electronic warfare services to support NATO's mission to detect, deny, and defeat threats to its communication networks. * Information Management: The NCIA manages NATO's information technology infrastructure, including its databases, applications, and servers. Overall, the NCIA plays a critical role in ensuring the security and effectiveness of NATO's communication and information technology capabilities. The program Assistance and Advisory Service (AAS) The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency) is NATO's principal C3 capability deliverer and CIS service provider. It provides, maintains and defends the NATO enterprise-wide information technology infrastructure to enable Allies to consult together under Article IV, and, when required, stand together in the face of attack under Article V. To provide these critical services, in the modern evolving dynamic environment the NCI Agency needs to build and maintain high performance-engaged workforce. The NCI Agency workforce strategically consists of three major categorise's: NATO International Civilians (NIC)'s, Military (Mil), and Interim Workforce Consultants (IWC)'s. The IWCs are a critical part of the overall NCI Agency workforce and make up approximately 15 percent of the total workforce.