Database Administrator - Decommissioning

Infoplus Technologies UK Ltd; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is seeking a Database Administrator specializing in server decommissioning in Milton Keynes. The ideal candidate will have 13 years of experience, proficiency in Shell Scripting, and a strong understanding of data security. Responsibilities include evaluating servers for decommissioning, performing data migration, and ensuring compliance with standards. This position is a hybrid contract role.

Qualifications

• 13 Years of experience in database administration, particularly in decommissioning.
• Proficient in Shell Scripting (Bash, Python) for automation tasks.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate servers for decommissioning.
• Perform data backup and migration before server shutdown.
• Disable services and update security policies.
• Unmount storage volumes and secure wipe disks.

Skills

Database Administration

Shell Scripting

Data Security

Networking

Backup & Recovery

ITIL & Compliance

Job description

Overview

The Role: Database Administrator - Decommissioning

Location: Milton Keynes, UK - Hybrid

Role type: Inside IR35 Contract Position

Job Description:

Database Administrator - Decommissioning - 13 Years of experience required

• Server Decommissioning Specialist Identify and evaluate Servers for decommissioning based on operational and business requirements.
• Perform comprehensive backup and migration of critical data before shutdown.
• Disable associated services, applications, and scheduled tasks to ensure a clean decommissioning process.
• Revoke user access and update security policies to maintain compliance and data integrity.
• Unmount storage volumes, securely wipe disks, and shut down operating systems following best practices.
• Ensure adherence to compliance standards and update asset management systems accordingly.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Database Administration: Proficient in managing databases with a focus on decommissioning-related requirements.
• Scripting & Automation: Skilled in Shell Scripting (Bash, Python) to automate decommissioning tasks.
• Storage & Data Security: Strong understanding of storage management and secure data wiping techniques.
• Networking & Access Control: Knowledge of network configurations, Firewall rules, and user access protocols.
• Backup & Recovery: Experience in data backup, recovery, and migration strategies.
• ITIL & Compliance: Familiarity with incident management, change control processes, and compliance documentation.