Oracle DBA - SC Cleared / Outside IR35

Free-Work UK; City of Westminster; Remote; GBP 101,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

LA International is seeking an Oracle DBA for a remote UK contract. The role is outside IR35 and initially 3 to 6 months, with potential extensions. Applicants should be able to work remotely, undergo security clearance, and start around December or January after onboarding checks.

The posting emphasizes high security and compliance requirements. Candidates with prior security clearance are welcomed; the organization supports an inclusive, accessible recruitment process and aims to deliver

Qualifications

• Experience administering Oracle databases.
• Experience designing and testing RMAN backup strategies.
• Experience with patching and version migrations.
• Security clearance prior experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deploy Oracle database software, apply patches, and perform version migrations.
• Design and test RMAN backup strategies to prevent data loss.
• Monitor system metrics and optimize SQL queries.

Skills

Oracle DBA

SQL

SQL tuning

Tools

RMAN

Job description

• Installation and Upgrades: Deploy Oracle database software, apply patches, and perform version migrations.
• Backup and Recovery: Design and test RMAN backup strategies to prevent data loss.

An Oracle DBA is required.

Responsibilities

• Installation and Upgrades: Deploy Oracle database software, apply patches, and perform version migrations.
• Backup and Recovery: Design and test RMAN backup strategies to prevent data loss.
• Performance Tuning: Monitor system metrics, optimize SQL queries

The role is based remotely and is outside IR35 for 3 to 6 months initially. Extensions are likely.

The expected start date is likely to be December or January once onboarding checks have been completed.

Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 10 weeks.

LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance.

An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.

We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply.

If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.

Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.