Tableau Server Administrator

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a skilled Tableau Server Administrator for a critical role within their Technology and Digital Services team. This 3-month hybrid contract involves overseeing a robust Tableau Server platform, ensuring its optimal operation and performance. Ideal candidates should possess deep knowledge of server architecture, scripting abilities, and strong analytical skills to enhance the service for over 120,000 users. Working closely with diverse teams, the Administrator will play a crucial part in maintaining system integrity and providing user support.

Qualifications

• Experience with Tableau Server administration and optimizations.
• Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Azure and associated services.

Responsibilities

• Administer and optimize the Tableau Server platform for users.
• Manage server security aspects including patching and upgrades.
• Provide technical support and training to end users.

Skills

Tableau Server architecture

Scripting with PowerShell

Data modeling

SQL

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Azure Cloud Experience

Web Development

Tools

Tableau Desktop

Power BI

Azure DevOps

Job description

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Tableau Server Administrator, Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire

Location: Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 1

Posted: 06.06.2025

Expiry Date: 21.07.2025

Job Description:

Location: Hybrid UK

Rate: Competitive

Duration: 3-month contract

Working with the Deloitte Associate (Contractor) Programme offers opportunities across various industry and client projects. Our goal is to retain top talent, and as your project nears completion, our Talent Community Advisors will assist in finding new projects within Deloitte that match your experience.

The Role

We seek an experienced Tableau Server Administrator to join our Technology and Digital Services team at Deloitte. Reporting to the Senior Programme Manager, you will support the Tableau Server platform used by over 120,000 users across 11 geographies, ensuring its seamless operation and performance. Support includes occasional planned out-of-hours maintenance (typically 1 hour on a Saturday morning monthly) and unplanned maintenance as needed.

• Deep understanding of Tableau Server architecture, security, performance tuning, and best practices (networking, firewall configuration, server maintenance, patching, backups, disaster recovery).
• Scripting & Automation: Experience with scripting/development (e.g., PowerShell, Python, TabCMD) for automation.
• Tableau Desktop & Prep: Familiarity with Tableau Desktop and Tableau Prep for creating administrative reports and dashboards.
• Collaboration & Communication: Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills (both written and verbal). Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Teamwork: Experience working effectively within diverse teams.
• Azure Cloud Experience: Knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID, MFA, Conditional Access policies, and managing servers and virtual environments in Microsoft Azure.
• BI & Data Skills: Experience with other BI platforms (e.g., SAP BusinessObjects, Power BI), SQL, ETL processes, data modeling, and various data sources (including SAP HANA).
• Tableau Tools: Knowledge of Tableau Server Resource Monitoring Tool (RMT) and Content Migration Tool.
• DevOps: Familiarity with Azure DevOps CI/CD processes.
• Web Development: Proficiency in HTML and CSS editing.

Deliverables:

• Server Administration: Administer, optimize, monitor, and troubleshoot the Tableau Server 2024.2 platform (Windows Server 2022) for maximum uptime, performance, and stability, including load testing and infrastructure issue resolution.
• Security Management: Manage server security aspects, including patching, upgrades, penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, security protocols, and authentication methods (SSO - SAML and OAuth).
• User Support: Provide technical support, guidance, and training to end-users, resolving connectivity issues and managing user access.
• Collaboration & Integration: Work with BI development teams on content promotion, best practices, system integrations, and content governance.
• Proactive Monitoring: Monitor server health, capacity, and resource utilization to ensure platform stability.
• Content Management: Maintain and update web portal and help page content.

IR35

Deloitte requires all Associates to contract under PAYE arrangements through an approved ‘Employment Company’ (umbrella company). Use of Personal Service Companies (‘PSCs’) is prohibited to manage tax, commercial, and reputational risks.