AndreasSchubert

I architect the invisible engines of progress - where data drives decisions, automation fuels momentum and intelligence scales with purpose.

My journey in tech began as a part-time network administrator at my university, where I gained hands-on experience managing systems and infrastructure. That early exposure led me into software development, and it was there that I discovered a lasting passion for databases - especially SQL Server.

Since 2003, I’ve worked independently as a SQL Server specialist, helping companies design, optimize, and maintain data platforms that support critical business operations. My expertise spans traditional on-premises environments as well as modern cloud ecosystems, including Azure, AWS, and hybrid architectures - allowing me to deliver scalable, secure, and future-ready solutions.

By 2007, my role had evolved from database-centric work to full-scale solution architecture. I’ve since designed and implemented complex systems across industries such as media & broadcast, finance, and goods production—where databases are just one component of a much larger, integrated landscape. Whether aligning infrastructure with business goals or orchestrating cross-functional workflows, I thrive on solving multifaceted challenges that demand both technical precision and strategic vision.

I hold multiple certifications that reflect both depth and breadth: Windows Server, SQL Server, PRINCE2, ITIL, and agile credentials as a certified Product Owner and Scrum Master. This combination enables me to operate effectively across development, operations, and leadership domains—bringing clarity, structure, and momentum to every engagement.

I’m also deeply involved in the AI space, evaluating how intelligent systems interact with enterprise data. A growing concern I’ve voiced is the tendency of organizations to grant database access to managed identities or principals without properly respecting the scope and intent of the requestor. This governance gap can lead to serious security and compliance risks, as I’ve outlined in a LinkedIn post.

And above all, I’m a huge fan of automation. I’ve written countless sophisticated PowerShell scripts to streamline complex workflows, eliminate manual effort, and ensure consistency across environments—because smart automation isn’t just efficient, it’s transformative.

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Secure Cached Plans

The DMV, sys.dm_exec_cached_plans, contains rows for each cached plan on an instance. In Azure SQL Database, not every used has rights to every database, as there does exist an instance behind each database. How is security handled for this DMV in Azure?

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