PostgreSQL Database Administrator

Senior PostgreSQL Database Administrator - Remote Working Must have an Active SC Clearance and be able to obtain NPPV3 Clearance

Senior PostgreSQL Database Administrator Responsibilities

• 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.

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.

Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world’s most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance.