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# PostgreSQL Database Administrator

- **Company:** LA International Computer Consultants
- **Location:** Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Backup Devices, Databases, Data Recovery, Database Connection, Database Schema, Database Security, Disaster Recovery, Identity and Access Management, PostgreSQL, Query Optimization, SQL Databases, Database Optimization, Database Performance, Indexer, Patch Management
- **Published:** November 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.free-work.com/en-gb/tech-it/job-mission/database-administrator-oracle-sybase-etc/senior-postgresql-database-administrator-sc-cleared-remote

## About the Role

Must have an Active SC Clearance and be able to obtain NPPV3 Clearance, Senior PostgreSQL Database Administrator Skills and Experience

 - Extensive PostgreSQL database administration experience.
 - Strong database schema design, indexing and query optimisation skills.
 - Proven experience administering managed PostgreSQL databases on AWS.
 - Experience implementing database access controls, encryption and auditing.
 - Strong knowledge of automated backups, database recovery and disaster recovery planning.
 - Experience monitoring PostgreSQL performance and resolving database issues.
 - Proven database patch management and upgrade experience.
 - Understanding of database security, compliance and data protection requirements.
 - Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
 - Ability to maintain secure, reliable and high-performing database environments.

## Description

Design and optimise PostgreSQL database schemas, indexing strategies and SQL queries.

 - Administer and maintain managed PostgreSQL databases hosted on AWS.
 - Implement database security controls, encryption, access management and auditing.
 - Develop and maintain automated database backups and disaster recovery procedures.
 - Monitor database performance and investigate technical issues and bottlenecks.
 - Plan and implement database patching, upgrades and maintenance.
 - Ensure database availability, integrity and operational resilience.
 - Maintain compliance with Home Office security policies and standards., Salary, remote work... Define all the criteria that are important to you.
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