Database Administrator

Sanderson Government & Defence; Shrewsbury; Hybrid; GBP 74,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanderson Government & Defence seeks a Database Administrator for a hybrid role near Telford, UK. You will manage enterprise databases with focus on security, performance, and availability within a government environment requiring Active SC Clearance.

Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams and maintain robust documentation. Experience across SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL or MySQL and strong governance knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience administering enterprise database platforms such as SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL or MySQL.
• Knowledge of database security, backup and recovery, high availability, and performance management.
• Understanding of data governance, information security, and compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, maintain, and support database management systems.
• Monitor performance, availability, and capacity; take proactive action.
• Perform backup and recovery activities and ensure resilience.
• Implement database security controls; manage user access.
• Support audits and ensure compliance with policies, standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with development, infrastructure, and support teams.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation and procedures.
• Keep up to date with emerging technologies and best practices.

Skills

SQL Server

Oracle

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Security & governance

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Job description

Database Administrator
Hybrid - 2 days on-site in Telford
£400-£450 inside IR35
Requires Active SC Clearance used within a government agency

Role Summary

As a Database Administrator (DBA), you will be responsible for the administration, security, performance, and availability of the organisation's database services. You will ensure that data is managed effectively, remains secure and accessible, and supports the delivery of critical public services.

Working with technical teams and stakeholders across the organisation, you will contribute to the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of database solutions, ensuring compliance with government security and data management standards.

Key Responsibilities

Database Administration

• Install, configure, maintain, and support database management systems.
• Monitor database performance, availability, and capacity, taking proactive action to resolve issues.
• Perform routine maintenance, patching, backup, and recovery activities.
• Ensure databases are resilient, reliable, and fit for operational needs.

Security and Compliance

• Implement and maintain database security controls to protect sensitive and official data.
• Manage user access, permissions, and authentication processes.
• Support audits and ensure compliance with organisational policies, data protection legislation, and security standards.

Database Design and Optimisation

• Support the design, development, and implementation of database solutions.
• Optimise database performance through tuning, monitoring, and continuous improvement.
• Promote data standards, integrity, and good governance practices.

Support and Collaboration

• Work closely with development, infrastructure, and support teams to deliver effective database services.
• Provide technical advice and support to users and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation and operational procedures.
• Keep up to date with emerging technologies and best practice.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Experience administering enterprise database platforms such as SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL.
• Knowledge of database security, backup and recovery, high availability, and performance management.
• Experience troubleshooting and resolving database-related incidents and problems.
• Understanding of data governance, information security, and compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable

• Experience working within a government, public sector, or regulated environment.
• Knowledge of cloud database technologies and services.
• Relevant professional certifications, such as Microsoft, Oracle, or PostgreSQL database certifications.

Key Outcomes

• Secure, reliable, and high-performing database services.
• Effective management of organisational data assets.
• Compliance with security, governance, and operational standards.
• Continuous improvement of database performance, resilience, and user experience.

To learn more, please do reach out to Jess Walrond at Sanderson Government and Defence at [e-mail]

Reasonable Adjustments:

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