SC-Cleared Database Administrator (Hybrid)

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

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.