Database Administrator

 Database Administrator 

About the role:

The Database Administrator is responsible for deploying, managing, and monitoring on-premises and cloud-based database systems and related applications. This role ensures database services operate efficiently and reliably, meeting agreed service levels and supporting the Wilson Group's business objectives. 

Key Duties include: 

• Manage and monitor database systems to ensure high availability, reliability, and security. 
• Perform installations, configurations, migrations, and upgrades in line with best practices. 
• Conduct routine backups, and recovery testing, and maintain security compliance. 
• Support database-related needs for developers, including code reviews and schema design. 
• Optimize performance through tuning and proactive issue resolution. 
• Maintain documentation and contribute to knowledge-sharing resources. 
• Participate in incident, change, and problem management processes. 
• Mentor team members, assist with projects, and identify improvement opportunities. 
• Foster strong relationships with customers and escalate feedback as needed. 
• Adhere to company policies, and safety standards, and participate in annual reviews. 

Information and Cyber Security:

Support the Information Security Lead in protecting the organization against cyber risks by: 

• Conducting cyber reviews for new systems and solutions. 
• Assisting in identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities. 
• Ensuring the integrity and security of the IT environment. 

Qualifications and Experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• Proven ability to work effectively in both team-oriented and autonomous environments. 
• Strong expertise in ITIL processes, including Incident, Problem, Change, Release, and Configuration Management. 
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server, database backup/recovery methods, performance optimization, and tuning. 
• Proficiency in T-SQL and a solid understanding of server operating systems. 
• Experience with SSIS, SSRS, and third-party monitoring tools configuration and maintenance. 
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or similar solutions. 
• Analytical and critical thinking skills with excellent attention to detail and multitasking ability. 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. 

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• Experience with PowerShell and MySQL. 
• Familiarity with High Availability technologies and Disaster Recovery planning/testing. 
• Technical documentation writing skills. 

Qualifications:

• Required:  Minimum 3+ years in Database Administration or a similar role. 
• Desired: ITIL Foundation certification and a tertiary qualification in Computer Science, IT, or related fields.