SQL DBA
Listed on 2026-09-18
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IT/Tech
Database Administrator, Systems Administrator, IT Support
SQL DBA Lead
Rate:
Open to market rate based on experience
Clearance required:
BPSS + SC equivalent account specific vetting requirements
Interview process:
Tech IV
Location:
Manchester fully on site
The SQL DBA will act as a subject matter expert for Azure and on-prem Microsoft SQL Server and MySQL environments. The role supports enterprise-level database operations across production, UAT, and development environments, ensuring performance, availability, and security.
This role will be based full time in the Manchester secure room.
Key Responsibilities- Administer and maintain MS SQL and MySQL databases, including clustering, replication, backups, and performance tuning.
- Provide third-line support and resolve incidents via call management systems.
- Perform planned releases, patching, and upgrades across environments.
- Monitor and optimise database performance, including space management and alert log checks.
- Mentor junior DBAs and contribute to knowledge sharing across the team.
- Well versed in Microsoft SQL Server (2016 onwards)
- Significant experience with T-SQL, stored procedures, triggers
- Experience with Azure VM's, Windows Server and Azure Dev Ops
- SSIS - experience in creating, maintaining and deploying packages through SQL Server Integration Services
- Power BI - knowledge of Power BI report server, and an ability to troubleshoot issues around access and performance issues, perform upgrades and install SSL certificates
- Basic working knowledge of SCOM and/or Azure Monitor
- Experience working with Service Now or a similar ITIL system
- Nice to have:
Powershell Qualifications
- Microsoft Certified:
Azure Database Administrator Associate or equivalent certification (preferred). - ITIL Foundation certification (preferred).
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