SQL DBA

Experis - ManpowerGroup; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology staffing company is seeking an experienced SQL Database Administrator to manage SQL Server environments. The ideal candidate will have a proven background in SQL DBA, able to ensure database performance, security, and availability while collaborating with development and business teams. The role may include on-site work and requires involvement with sensitive information, compliant with government security standards. Applicants should have at least 3-5 years of experience and be eligible for SC clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a SQL DBA.
• Expertise in SQL Server clustering and Always On Availability Groups.
• Strong understanding of database security and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server databases across different environments.
• Implement and maintain SQL Server clustering for high availability.
• Monitor database performance and optimize accordingly.

Skills

SQL Database Administration

SQL Server knowledge (2016/2019)

Performance tuning

Database security principles

Clustering and HA/DR solutions

Tools

PowerShell

SSIS

Job description

Role Title: SQL DBA
Location: Barrow in Furness (Fully onsite / Expenses payable)
Duration: 30/06/2026
Rate: £460p/d via Umbrella
Clearance: MoD SC Active or Eligible
Sole UK National Required

Overview

Role summary and expectations described below.

Job Summary

We are seeking an exp erienced SQL Database Administrator to manage, maintain, and optimize our SQL Server environments. The ideal candidate will ensure database availability, security, and performance while supporting development and business teams with data solutions. This role may require travel and on-site work at customer locations during project delivery phases and handling sensitive information in compliance with government security standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server databases across development, test, and production environments.
• Implement and maintain SQL Server clustering and Always On Availability Groups for high availability.
• Design and enforce strategies for SQL application resilience, ensuring minimal downtime and robust failover capabilities.
• Monitor database performance and implement tuning strategies.
• Manage backups, restores, and disaster recovery plans.
• Ensure database security and compliance with company and government policies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues promptly.
• Collaborate with developers to optimize queries and database design.
• Perform capacity planning and maintain documentation.
• Support project delivery activities, including on-site work at customer locations when required.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience as a SQL DBA (minimum 3-5 years).
• Strong knowledge of SQL Server (2016/2019 or later).
• Expertise in SQL Server clustering, HA/DR solutions, and application resilience strategies.
• Performance tuning and query optimization experience.
• Familiarity with Always On Availability Groups and replication.
• Strong understanding of database security principles.
• Must hold or be eligible to obtain SC (Security Check) clearance.
• UK British National (no dual nationality).
• Ability to work with sensitive and classified information in compliance with government and organizational security policies.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with automation tools (PowerShell, SSIS).
• Familiarity with monitoring tools (e.g., Redgate, SolarWinds).