Jan Jacobs
About Jan Jacobs
Jan Jacobs is a Lead Systems and Application Management and Support Specialist currently working at SWIFT in Terhulpen, Belgium. With over 30 years of experience in Oracle database management, he has held various consulting roles and actively shares his knowledge through teaching courses.
Work at SWIFT
Jan Jacobs has been employed at SWIFT as a Lead Sys & App Management & Support Specialist since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing system and application management, ensuring optimal performance and support for various applications. His position is based in Terhulpen, Belgium, where he contributes to the organization's operational efficiency.
Consultancy Experience at Exitas
Since 2014, Jan Jacobs has worked as a Consultant at Exitas. His consultancy role has allowed him to leverage his extensive experience in database management and administration, providing expert guidance and support to clients. This position has further enhanced his skills in system management and application support.
Previous Roles and Experience
Prior to his current roles, Jan Jacobs held significant positions in various organizations. He served as a Senior Oracle DBA Consultant at Uptime from 2000 to 2014, and at Fluxys from 2003 to 2011. His experience also includes a role as a Software Engineer/DBA at PARIBAS from 1993 to 2000. These roles contributed to his comprehensive understanding of Oracle databases and system management.
Education and Expertise
Jan Jacobs studied at I.H.R. Hasselt from 1984 to 1987, where he gained foundational knowledge in his field. He has been working with Oracle databases since version 7, demonstrating extensive expertise in database administration. Jan actively seeks to learn about new versions of Oracle databases to remain current with advancements in technology.
Knowledge Sharing and Training
In addition to his professional roles, Jan Jacobs provides courses on Oracle database administration. This initiative reflects his commitment to sharing knowledge and expertise with others in the field, contributing to the development of skills within the database management community.