SQL Database Administrator

As a SQL Database Administrator in Warwick, you will help keep technology systems running reliably across the Public Sector by managing and maintaining databases. You will work within the Technology department to protect data availability and support the day-to-day needs of the organisation., * Manage and maintain database systems to support reliable day-to-day technology services.

• Monitor database performance and address issues to maintain system availability.
• Carry out routine database maintenance to keep systems operating effectively.
• Manage data backups and recovery processes to protect essential information.
• Investigate database faults and resolve issues in a timely way.
• Maintain clear records of database changes, maintenance activity and system issues.
• Work with Technology colleagues to plan and deliver database changes safely.
• Help improve database performance and reliability across Public Sector services.

A successful SQL Database Administrator should have:

• At least 3 years of relevant experience
• Supporting business-critical SQL Server systems in a 24/7 environment.
• Managing backup, restore, and disaster recovery testing.
• Performance tuning of large, high-volume transactional databases.
• Working within formal ITIL change and incident management.
• Supporting systems subject to regulatory, legal, or forensic audit.Advanced SQL Server troubleshooting and performance optimisation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability under pressure.
• High standards of technical documentation and audit readiness.
• Secure system access control and role-based permissions management.
• Clear communication with technical and operational stakeholders.
• Ability to operate calmly in critical incident and on-call environments., * Communication Skills
• Database Administration
• Databases
• Infrastructure Management
• Maintenance Activities
• Microsoft Azure
• Microsoft SQL Server
• SQL Databases
• SQL Server Integration Services
• SQL Server Reporting Services

• Salary of £50,000 to £57,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Hybrid working
• Two DBA vacancies available.