Sql Server Specialist

- The Database Specialist is responsible for the administration of all retained production, test, development and training environments running MSSQL databases .
- The role will also work alongside the trusted partner to deliver the remaining database services, reporting into the relevant workstream Database Manager.
- The role requires daily involvement in Change Management, Performance Management, Capacity Management, Security Management, Compliance and Governance as well as 2nd/3rd line technical escalation for incidents and problems.
- The Database Specialist will work with projects to build and review new database technology and review work carried out by trusted partners.
- The role also requires participation in a call-out rota for P2, P1 and MSO incidents.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

- Escalated on-call 24x7x365 support
- Operational, initiative and project based activities
- Capacity and availability management
- Performance management
- Obsolescence management
- Patch and vulnerability management
- Technical design and implementation
- Licence & Vendor management
- Backup & Disaster recovery management/capability
- Database security and hardening
- Audit & Compliance
- Provide key input into solution design, strategy & roadmaps
- Resource management, covering both permanent & contract resource (on & offshore).

PROJECTS:

- Provide database design and consultation for projects including attending architectural meetings and approving proposed solution
- Attend all relevant project meetings requiring database technology
- Assess the design and feedback to the Database Manager for approval.
- Ensure designs comply with current DBA standards and policies.
- Highlight, document and inform the Database Security and Control team of any risks
- Obtain regular updates from the trusted partner on project progress
- Report delivery status of all projects to Database Manager
- Escalate all issues to the Database Manager as required

REQUIRED SKILLSwe welcome applicants from all backgrounds.