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 ..... full job details .....