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DB Administration, Security and Compliance for First Distribution

DB Administration, Security and Compliance for First Distribution

First Distribution’s Database Administration, Security and Compliance needs lead it to trusted advisor, Ascent Technology. For any large organisation, Database Administration (DBA) is a vital part of maintaining their Data Platform Operations effectively. As it has...

Ascent Technology helps Bidfood SA migrate to Microsoft Azure

When Bidfood SA chose to modernise and migrate its data platform to Microsoft Azure, it turned to Ascent Technology for help. In a world that is digitally transforming, it is more vital than ever to an organisation’s success to utilise the latest platforms to drive...

Ascent Technology helps migrate Phumelela Gaming to Azure

A Windows Server and SQL Server consolidation, optimisation and migration to Microsoft Azure enables the company to reduce costs, modernise its data platform and boost its innovation capabilities. As an operator running two distinct betting businesses, Phumelela...

CAMPAIGNS

Database System Health Check Service from Ascent Technology

Database System Health Check Service from Ascent Technology

A Database System Health Check assesses if your Database is running optimally, and can help diagnose challenges before performance issues, and/or down time affect your users. That’s where Ascent's Database Health Check Service comes in. Our Database Health Check...

Database Security and Compliance with DB Shield

The growing number of threats to databases and unauthorised access to the data within, is clearly creating on-going headaches for CIOs. Solving these headaches may not be easy, but by asking the right questions, CIOs can begin to overcome their Database Security and...

Database Administration and Support Service from Ascent Technology

Economic volatility is driving a greater number of organisations to consider cost cutting measures and to implement consolidation procedures. This situation is further compounded by the growing skills shortage that makes it more difficult for businesses to acquire and...

AWARDS AND ACCOLADES

Microsoft Data and Analytics Partner of the Year Finalist

Microsoft Data and Analytics Partner of the Year Finalist

Ascent Technology continues its strong showing in the Microsoft Partner of the Year awards, as a finalist in the Data and Analytics Partner of the Year award. Finalist Data and Analytics Partner of the Year "It is always gratifying to be recognised by Microsoft as one...

NEWSFLASHES

FROM THE DESK OF THE MD

From the Desk of the MD – January 2019

From the Desk of the MD – January 2019

The start of another year inevitably brings with it the promise of change, and in wishing all our clients a happy New Year, we would like to suggest that 2019 is going to be a year of considerable and exciting change. After all, not only do we have what are sure to be...

Careers at Ascent Technology

We are constantly looking for eager, experienced and talented Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle Database Administrators and Consultants who are motivated and driven.

We also run an annual learnership programme in the various database disciplines. We recruit young dynamic university graduates and put them through a rigorous training program, thereafter the successful candidates are offered employment with the company to join our team of database administrators.

Education, Qualifications and Necessary Experience for:
 

  • Principal Database Consultant (all criteria for Database Consultant/Administrator plus)
    • At least 5 years experience in database administration
    • Detail knowledge of Clustering, Replication and Partitioning
    • In depth understanding of relevant Database Technology architecture
    • Strong performance tuning abilities including code optimizations
    • Problem Solver
  • Database Consultant/Administrator (all criteria for Learnership Program plus)
    • At least 3 years experience in database administration
    • Detail knowledge of Integration and Reporting Services (if MS-SQL)
    • In depth understanding of relevant Database Technology architecture
    • Strong T-SQL or PL/SQL abilities
    • Problem Solver
    • Vendor Certification in Database Administration is advantageous
    • Proficient in Unix/Linux (if Oracle)