Do you want to work at the forefront of Technology and Software? Are you passionate about working with cutting-edge technology and self-motivated to find innovative solutions to complex challenges as part of a team who help keep the UK safe? If so, the following role may be right for you…

We are looking for an Enhanced DV Cleared Microsoft SQL Server DBA to join the existing team in London on an initial 10 month contract, 4 -5 days in office in London.

You will be required to provide DBA support on all aspects of Microsoft SQL Server including design, administration, backup/recovery, Availability Groups, deployment and real time production troubleshooting responsibilities for SQL versions SQL2014 upwards.

As a Microsoft SQL Server DBA, your responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Install and configure Windows Clusters, Microsoft SQL Servers and Availability Groups
Maintain and troubleshoot High Availability/DR including Windows Clustering and Always On Availability Groups
Conduct root cause analysis, database performance monitoring, and capacity planning
Performance tuning of databases/queries
Implementing and managing monitoring/proactive alerting processes
Automation via SQL Server Agent and PowerShell scripting etc
Participate in key periodic operations tasks including high availability and disaster recovery testing, operating system and database patching, database upgrades and migrations
Provide comprehensive and clear documentation for all new database builds, redevelopments, enhancements, for standard operational procedures
Collaborate with Developers to architect DB solutions for core platform initiatives
Working independently and within a wider team with minimal supervision
Attending and actively participating in SCRUM ceremonies and events
Ability to be proactive, multi-task and stay organized in a dynamic work environment

You

To succeed within the role of a Microsoft SQL Server DBA, you'll have experience in a similar position and you'll have the following skills and experience:

Strong knowledge of SQL Server High Availability technologies - such as Windows Clustering, Availability Groups and Distributed Availability Groups
Windows Clustering
Enterprise scale mission critical SQL Server implementations, VLDB, multiple databases with Availability Groups
Implementing and troubleshooting SQL Server High Availability groups
Troubleshooting SQL Server Database Engine
Root cause analysis, database performance monitoring, and capacity planning
SQL Server migration and upgrade
SQL Server backup and recovery
Indexes and Statistics
SQL Server patch management
PowerShell Scripting
Good oral and written communication skills in English

Please note that due to security and urgency for this role, we can only consider those with live and transferrable Enhanced DV clearance.

This is an exciting opportunity to work for a global business that has developed a strategy of working closely with its contingent workforce. Within the role, you can expect to:

Achieve a work/life balance
Increase earning potential
Develop your skills
Be appreciated and valued

If this sounds like the role for you, apply now as a start date is fast approaching