We are currently looking for a Database Administrator on behalf of a very well-established client in Ware, Herts.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting with the maintenance, production and development of all Microsoft database services.

Responsibilities of Database Administrator

• Provide helpful and effective 2nd line support for database connectivity and performance issues
• Assist with the creation, monitoring and maintenance of live development databases
• Monitor performance of database and provide feedback on its capabilities
• Assist with the set up and management of backup strategies
• Complete database updates when required
• Monitor performance of database and provide feedback on its capabilities
• Maintain database documentation as required and ensure this is noted on the system
• Maintain and administer database security access
• Perform ad-hoc backups and restores when required
• Follow relevant processes to implement database configuration changes
• Proactively monitor and respond to alerts and queries from colleagues
• Ensure that all activity is performed in compliance with the audit standards (such as; SOC2, GDPR, PCI DSS).
• Available to provide flexible support in line with business requirements

Required Skills of Database Administrator

• Proven, demonstrable interest in technology (servers, storage systems, networks, databases etc.)
• Experience working with Windows server, including Active Directory and disk configurations.
• Demonstrable understanding of relational databases.

Desirable Experience of Database Administrator

• Experience as a Database Administrator in a SQL Server environment
• Experience of developing packages such as Transact SQL, and SSIS
• Experience with integration of .NET applications
• Experience of administering SQL Server 2014 and onward
• Experience with Monitoring and Diagnostic tools
• Experience of orchestration tools