LEDS - Database Administrator

Summary: The role of Database Administrator for LEDS requires an experienced professional with active SC clearance and ideally NPPV3. The position focuses on database design, security compliance, performance monitoring, and backup management within a hybrid working environment in Croydon. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring efficient database operations and adherence to security standards. Additional vetting is required for this position, which may extend the onboarding process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Database Design & Optimisation: Ensure efficient schema design, indexing strategies, and query optimisation to support LEDS performance and scalability.
• Security & Compliance: Implement robust access controls, encryption, and auditing to meet security standards and Home Office compliance requirements.
• Backup & Recovery: Develop and maintain automated backup routines and disaster recovery plans to guarantee data integrity and availability.
• Performance Monitoring: Use PostgreSQL tools and monitoring solutions to proactively identify and resolve bottlenecks.
• Patch Management & Upgrades: Ensure managed AWS Postgres instances are at an appropriate patched version.

Key Skills:

• Experience with PostgreSQL database management.
• Knowledge of database design and optimisation techniques.
• Understanding of security compliance and access control measures.
• Experience in backup and recovery strategies.
• Familiarity with AWS Postgres instances.
• Active SC clearance and ideally NPPV3.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Croydon

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT