Database Administrator

Database Administrator Hybrid - 2 days on-site in Telford £400-£450 inside IR35 Requires Active SC Clearance used within a government agencyRole SummaryAs a Database Administrator (DBA), you will be responsible for the administration, security, performance, and availability of the organisation''s database services. You will ensure that data is managed effectively, remains secure and accessible, and supports the delivery of critical public services.Working with technical teams and stakeholders across the organisation, you will contribute to the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of database solutions, ensuring compliance with government security and data management standards.Key ResponsibilitiesDatabase AdministrationInstall, configure, maintain, and support database management systems.Monitor database performance, availability, and capacity, taking proactive action to resolve issues.Perform routine maintenance, patching, backup, and recovery activities.Ensure databases are resilient, reliable, and fit for operational needs.Security and ComplianceImplement and maintain database security controls to protect sensitive and official data.Manage user access, permissions, and authentication processes.Support audits and ensure compliance with organisational policies, data protection legislation, and security standards.Database Design and OptimisationSupport the design, development, and implementation of database solutions.Optimise database performance through tuning, ..... full job details .....