Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain multiple database platforms including Oracle, MSSQL, and MySQL, oracle Encryption (TDE), Hardware Security Module (HSM)
• Monitor database health, performance, and availability; proactively address issues before they impact service
• Perform database backups, restoration testing, and disaster recovery planning
• Apply database patches, upgrades, and security fixes in line with change management processes
• Manage database user access, roles, and permissions in compliance with security policies
• Tune queries, indexes, and configurations to optimise database performance
• Support application teams with database-related issues, schema changes, and deployment activities
• Maintain comprehensive database documentation and configuration records
• Respond to and resolve database incidents within defined SLA timeframes

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Database Administrator (DBA) in a production environment
• Hands-on expertise with two or more of the following databases:
  • Oracle Encryption (TDE)
  • Hardware Security Module (HSM)
  • Oracle (including Oracle RAC and RMAN backup/recovery)
  • Microsoft SQL Server (MSSQL)
  • MySQL
• Experience with performance tuning, query optimisation, and index management
• Familiarity with database backup, recovery, and DR strategies
• Understanding of database security, access control, and compliance requirements
• Ability to work within structured ITSM processes for incident, change, and problem management

• Database vendor certifications (e.g. Oracle OCP, Microsoft MCSA/DBA track)
• Experience with cloud-hosted databases (e.g. AWS RDS, Aurora)
• Scripting skills for automation (SQL, Shell, Python)