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# SQL Database Administrator

- **Company:** Experis
- **Location:** London, UK (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Databases, Database Security, Disaster Recovery, Identity and Access Management, Local Security Policy, Log Shipping, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Servers, Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Query Optimization, Role-Based Access Control, SQLServer Management Studio, SQL Databases, Transact-SQL, Backup and Restore, Scripting, System Availability, Database Optimization, Database Mirroring, SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** August 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/sql-database-administrator/experis-job107872268

## About the Role

* Hands-on experience supporting production SQL Server databases
 * Strong T-SQL troubleshooting and an analytical approach to performance tuning and query optimisation
 * Proven background with backup/recovery, upgrades, migrations and operational stability
 * A proactive, problem-solving mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively with application, infrastructure and support teams
 * Confidence working with SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and supporting database security and access management
 * Comfort with Windows Server fundamentals and scripting/automation (PowerShell or similar)

## Description

If you enjoy keeping mission-critical data environments running smoothly-and you're the person others turn to when performance or reliability issues hit-this is a strong opportunity. Our Client is hiring for a reputed client to join their Database Services team, supporting Microsoft SQL Server production databases with a focus on performance, security, and high availability., * Administer, maintain and support Microsoft SQL Server environments, including installations, configuration, upgrades, patching and migrations

 * Manage databases, instances, security settings, users, roles and permissions
 * Monitor and optimise performance-investigating bottlenecks, locking issues and query-related problems
 * Analyse execution plans and apply indexing strategies to improve query efficiency
 * Design and maintain backup and recovery strategies, including restores and disaster recovery testing
 * Support High Availability and Disaster Recovery solutions such as Always On Availability Groups, Log Shipping, Replication, and Database Mirroring (where applicable)
 * Troubleshoot database incidents within agreed service levels, performing root cause analysis for recurring issues
 * Maintain accurate technical documentation, operational runbooks, and improve processes through automation scripts
 * Support security and compliance through audits, vulnerability assessments and access reviews, aligning with organisational standards


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