SQL DBA with NV1 Clearance – Onsite Canberra

Emanate Technology; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Emanate Technology is seeking an experienced SQL Server DBA in Canberra to manage, optimise, and secure critical database environments for government-related services. The role requires on-site work, active NV1 clearance, and participation in an on-call roster with possible after-hours support.

You will collaborate with infrastructure, application, and project teams to deliver reliable data platforms, ensure compliance with government policies, and drive performance improvements across SQL

Qualifications

• Active AGSVA NV1 Security Clearance is required.
• Proven experience administering Microsoft SQL Server environments.
• Strong knowledge of SQL maintenance plans, backups, and disaster recovery.

Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, and optimise SQL Server database environments.
• Perform backups, restorations, and recovery for business continuity.
• Monitor performance and implement tuning strategies.
• Identify bottlenecks and incidents; resolve issues.
• Develop automation scripts to improve operational efficiency.
• Implement and maintain database security controls.

Skills

Microsoft SQL Server administration

Database security management

Performance tuning

On-call support

Stakeholder communication

Tools

SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)

PowerShell scripting

Job description

Emanate Technology is seeking an experienced SQL Server DBA in Canberra to manage, optimise, and secure critical database environments for government-related services. The role requires on-site work, active NV1 clearance, and participation in an on-call roster with possible after-hours support.

You will collaborate with infrastructure, application, and project teams to deliver reliable data platforms, ensure compliance with government policies, and drive performance improvements across SQL