SQL DBA Lead - MUST BE SC CLEARED - Manchester + On Call work (NO REMOTE WORK) - 6 months+

SQL DBA Lead - MUST BE SC CLEARED - Manchester + On Call work (NO REMOTE WORK) - 6 months+

(SQL Server DBA, SQL DBA)

One of our Blue Chip Clients is urgently looking for a SQL DBA Lead.

This role is full time onsite in Manchester - NO REMOTE WORK IS ALLOWED

In addition this role requires someone who is able to work to the following working hours:

You would need to cover service hours of 7am to 7pm UK time as part of a 4 man team, where the other 2 consultants are based outside of the UK.

You would need to work on a 24/7 out of hours rota again as part of the 4 man team.

Please find some details below:

Clearance required:

BPSS + SC equivalent account specific vetting requirements

IR35 Status: PAYE via Umbrella company only

Job Description:

SQL Database Administrator

Role Context

The SQL DBA will act as a subject matter expert for Azure and on-prem Microsoft SQL Server and MySQL environments. The role supports enterprise-level database operations across production, UAT, and development environments, ensuring performance, availability, and security.

This role will be based full time in the Manchester secure room.

Key Responsibilities

Administer and maintain MS SQL and MySQL databases, including clustering, replication, backups, and performance tuning.

Provide third-line support and resolve incidents via call management systems.

Perform planned releases, patching, and upgrades across environments.

Monitor and optimise database performance, including space management and alert log checks.

Mentor junior DBAs and contribute to knowledge sharing across the team.

Skills and Experience Required

Well versed in Microsoft SQL Server (2016 onwards)

Significant experience with T-SQL, stored procedures, triggers

Experience with Azure VM's, Windows Server and Azure DevOps

SSIS - experience in creating, maintaining and deploying packages through SQL Server Integration Services

Power BI - knowledge of Power BI report server, and an ability to troubleshoot issues around access and performance issues, perform upgrades and install SSL certificates

Basic working knowledge of SCOM and/or Azure Monitor

Experience working with ServiceNow or a similar ITIL system

Nice to have: Powershell

Qualifications

Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or equivalent certification (preferred).

ITIL Foundation certification (preferred).

Please send CV for full details and immediate interviews. We are a preferred supplier to the client.