Job Description

Database Administrator/Engineer (Outside IR35)

6-month Contract

300 - 400pd DOE (Limited/Umbrella)

Milton Keynes

Hybrid Remote - 3 days in office

Immediately available

SC Clearance required due to the nature of the role

Key Accountabilities:

• Carry out routine configuration, installation and reconfiguration of database and related products to optimize performance and implement change
• Build and troubleshoot infrastructure solutions using architect's drawings, diagrams and/or data flows
• Identify and take ownership of technical problems and incidents; manage, coordinate and prioritise tasks to resolve technical incidents as quickly as possible
• Identify and investigate repeat issues and faults, initiate and monitor actions to investigate patterns and trends, consulting specialists where required; determine the appropriate remedy and preventative measures; assist with their implementation
• Develop and document change requests to improve control / reduce risk to security performance and availability; analyse and assess impact of change requests
• Create Technical and Functional Documentation and ensure that is reviewed and maintained accurately

Essential Experience:

• Understanding of MS SQL Server best practices
• Database Maintenance (Install/Configure/Maintain SQL Servers) they utilise Ola Hallengren maintenance solution so knowledge of this is preferred
• Always On/High availability knowledge, replication.
• Backup/Restores of SQL Server
• Understanding of database roles and permissions as well as data security - trying to move to an RBACs model like we have for AD for SQL.
• SSRS reporting / Work in conjunction with other teams to get customised reporting for the business.
• Familiarity with other databases such as Postgres, MariaDB.
• Azure Capability/AWS Working knowledge
• Substantial experience in relevant roles, including technologies in an enterprise environment, and of working within a secure environment, e.g. MOD; CAB Office, Home Office.
• Experience in a high-pressured, fast-paced team
• Knowledge of ITIL working practices, Incident Management, Problem Management
• Change and release management

This vacancy is being advertised by Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd. The services of Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd regrets to inform that our client can only accept applications from candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the UK.

Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply as your details will not be processed.