SQL DBA - Security Cleared

SQL DBA - High Level ClearanceLocation: Basingstoke - OnsiteClearance: Active UK DV Clearance - EssentialContract: ContractIR35: Outside IR35Rate: 550 to 600 per dayRole OverviewWe are seeking an experienced DV Cleared SQL Database Administrator (DBA) to provide operational support and administration across a secure and business-critical SQL Server environment.The successful candidate will be responsible for the availability, performance, security, backup and recovery of SQL Server databases, working within a highly secure Defence environment.This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical SQL Server expertise, together with experience supporting complex enterprise environments.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide day-to-day SQL Server DBA and operational support across production and non-production environments.Perform database administration, configuration, maintenance and troubleshooting.Manage backup and recovery, including backup strategies, restores and recovery testing.Monitor and optimise SQL Server performance, identifying bottlenecks and implementing tuning improvements.Support and maintain High Availability (HA) solutions and database resilience.Contribute to Disaster Recovery (DR) planning, testing and implementation.Implement and maintain database security controls, access management and security automation.Develop and maintain monitoring, alerting and health-check processes.Troubleshoot database incidents and provide technical resolution within agreed SLAs.Develop ..... full job details .....