SQL DBA

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

Role summary and expectations described below.

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Experience with automation tools (Power Shell, SSIS).
• Familiarity with monitoring tools (e.g., Redgate, Solar Winds).