Contract

Lead SQL DBA – SC Cleared

Ref: BBBH67150_1787566379

Manchester, Greater Manchester

Whitehall Resources are currently looking for a Lead SQL DBA – SC Cleared based fully onsite in Manchester for an initial 6 month contract.

*** MUST HOLD ACTIVE SC CLEARANCE ***

*** INSIDE IR35 ***

Job Spec:
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)

All of our opportunities require that applicants are eligible to work in the specified country/location, unless otherwise stated in the job description.

Whitehall Resources are an equal opportunities employer who value a diverse and inclusive working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.