Database Administrator and Initiative Lead

JOB PURPOSE

• To stabilise and optimise the database environment by introducing redundancy, automation, and access control measures that reduce downtime and improve platform performance.

• Conduct assessment and design for high availability and redundancy within the SQL Server environment.
• Automate critical database maintenance operations including indexing, patching, and backups.
• Identify applications causing strain on the database and recommend architectural redesigns.
• Audit and remediate direct external access to production databases.
• Work with development, architecture, and security teams to ensure compliance and performance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related.
• Microsoft SQL Server certifications preferred (e.g., MCSA, MCSE).

• 5+ years in DBA roles within enterprise environments.
• Expertise in high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions.
• Familiarity with data governance, auditing, and secure access controls.
• Experience with automation tools like PowerShell, SQL Agent Jobs, or Azure Automation.
• Proficient in SQL performance tuning and root cause analysis.

• AZURE
• POWERSHELL
• SQL