Job description
Database Administrator
Our Fed Gov client is seeking a highly skilled Database Administrator for providing specialist development, technical services and support to their database management capabilities.
Must have NV2 Clearance.
Key duties and responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
Category: Development and implementation
Subcategory: Database Administration
Skills: Database Administration (DBAD)
Level: 4+
About the team
DBM manages on premises Microsoft SQL database platform and recently taken ownership of Azure SQL platform. DBM is also migrating databases to the modernised cloud platform. As part of IMDs Cloud first and application modernisation strategies, there are several business-critical applications with very large datasets currently in the stage of development to move to the Cloud. Therefore, it requires a DBA resource with the right skillset to develop this capability and provide support for increasing BAUs/migration projects.
Essential Requirements for the Role:
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please submit an updated copy of your resume in MS Word format by hitting APPLY NOW or contact Humaira Hashmi on HHashmi@dfp.com.au
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us-1/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
- 12-month contract with extension potential
- Hybrid Working
- Locations: ACT Only
Our Fed Gov client is seeking a highly skilled Database Administrator for providing specialist development, technical services and support to their database management capabilities.
Must have NV2 Clearance.
Key duties and responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
- Install, configure, and maintain MS SQL database instances, ensuring high availability and performance.
- Monitor and manage database performance, replication, identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks using index tunning, dvm and third-party monitoring tools.
- Develop, implement, and manage database clustering, maintenance plans, including automated backups and disaster recovery strategies.
- Manage security configurations, including certificate management and access control.
- Manage and optimise SSAS/SSIS/SSRS and Power BI reporting environments.
- Troubleshoot and resolve performance issues across hybrid and cloud environments, optimising configurations to enhance efficiency on Azure, AWS.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for all database configurations, changes, and procedure for both on premises and cloud environments.
Category: Development and implementation
Subcategory: Database Administration
Skills: Database Administration (DBAD)
Level: 4+
About the team
DBM manages on premises Microsoft SQL database platform and recently taken ownership of Azure SQL platform. DBM is also migrating databases to the modernised cloud platform. As part of IMDs Cloud first and application modernisation strategies, there are several business-critical applications with very large datasets currently in the stage of development to move to the Cloud. Therefore, it requires a DBA resource with the right skillset to develop this capability and provide support for increasing BAUs/migration projects.
Essential Requirements for the Role:
- Experience: 7+ Years in a similar role.
- Platforms: Practical experience with Microsoft SQL Server products, including use of Always-On Availability Groups, Azure SQL databases.
- Programming: Strong SQL/T-SQL, PowerShell to support the SQL Server software and streamline or automate daily database management activities.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to database management.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
- Current active Negative Vetting Level 2 (NV2) security clearance.
- Azure and DevOps: Experience with DevOps processes and tools such as Azure DevOps and Git, Azure SQL Databases.
- Experience with SQL Database development.
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please submit an updated copy of your resume in MS Word format by hitting APPLY NOW or contact Humaira Hashmi on HHashmi@dfp.com.au
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us-1/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
