Jan Serraris is a seasoned Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) at Ghent University, where he plays a pivotal role in managing and optimizing a robust infrastructure of over 60 Oracle databases hosted on Linux servers. His expertise encompasses a wide array of Oracle technologies, including Oracle...
Jan Serraris is a seasoned Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) at Ghent University, where he plays a pivotal role in managing and optimizing a robust infrastructure of over 60 Oracle databases hosted on Linux servers. His expertise encompasses a wide array of Oracle technologies, including Oracle E-Business Suite, Oracle SOA Suite, and advanced database management systems. Jan is instrumental in defining the software and hardware architecture for various Oracle projects, ensuring high availability and failover capabilities that are critical for the university's operational continuity.
In his current role, Jan is responsible for the installation, configuration, and maintenance of Oracle software across diverse operating systems such as Linux, HP-UX, and Windows. He leverages tools like Oracle Enterprise Manager 13c for performance monitoring and management, implementing automated procedures for routine DBA tasks to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime. His proficiency in system configuration and maintenance extends to virtualization technologies like VMware and automation frameworks such as Puppet, allowing for streamlined operations and improved resource allocation.
Jan's commitment to excellence is reflected in his hands-on approach to database upgrades, installations, and performance tuning. His deep understanding of high availability configurations, including Real Application Clusters (RAC) and Virtual Private Database (VPD) implementations, positions him as a key player in maintaining the integrity and performance of critical university applications. With a solid foundation in Unix and Red Hat Linux, Jan continues to drive innovation and efficiency within the university's IT landscape, ensuring that Ghent University remains at the forefront of academic and research excellence.
