Lead Oracle Database Administrator

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Lead Oracle Database Administrator to manage and support their database environments, ensuring security and compliance. The ideal candidate must hold active UK Security Clearance and possess strong technical skills in Oracle and SQL Server. This role involves leading installation, configuration, and tuning, alongside collaboration with various teams.

Qualifications

• Active UK Security Clearance (SC) required.
• Experience in databases both on-premise and cloud.
• Leadership experience and collaboration with teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support Oracle and MS SQL Server databases.
• Lead database support across Dev, Test, and Live environments.
• Ensure database security, resilience, and compliance.

Skills

Oracle 19c

MS SQL Server

Windows Server administration

Performance tuning

Backup/restore

High availability

Job description

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Client:

People Source Consulting trading as Experis

Location:

kingston upon hull, east yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Lead Oracle Database Administrator

Must have active SC Clearance

Core Responsibilities

• Manage and support Oracle and MS SQL Server databases (on-premise and cloud)
• Lead database support across Dev, Test, and Live environments
• Provide 3rd line support and technical design
• Ensure database security, resilience, and compliance
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors
• Lead installation, configuration, upgrades, and performance tuning
• Maintain documentation and train junior staff

Key Technical Skills

• Oracle 19c (Dataguard, RMAN, OEM Grid)
• MS SQL Server
• Windows Server administration
• Performance tuning, backup/restore, high availability

Other Skills & Experience

• Leadership and coordination across teams
• Problem-solving in high-pressure environments
• Stakeholder management and influencing
• Experience in government or secure environments

Security Requirement

• Must have active UK Security Clearance (SC)