Our client is a key Australian Government agency dedicated to safeguarding national interests and defending against global threats. They deliver cutting-edge capabilities in signals intelligence, cyber security, and advanced technology operations. This is an opportunity to join a team that plays a critical role in protecting Australia’s digital landscape.
About the Role
We are seeking a Lead Data Administrator / Data Manager to oversee and manage complex database environments. This role involves planning, integrating, and sustaining a range of database technologies under broad direction. You will provide deep technical expertise, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability of critical systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer and maintain Oracle databases, including PL/SQL development and containerised database management.
- Implement automation to improve efficiency and industrialise solutions.
- Manage Data Guard configurations, backup/restore processes, and proactive monitoring.
- Ensure database security, including account and privilege management.
- Work with Oracle Exadata architecture and EMCC for job scheduling and debugging.
- Programming in Java, Python, or Perl is essential; experience with APEX and Golden Gate is desirable.
The Successful Candidate
To excel in this role, you will:
- Demonstrate strong experience in Oracle database administration and Linux enterprise environments.
- Have proven ability to optimise database performance, manage configurations, and implement robust security measures.
- Be adaptable, detail-oriented, and capable of working collaboratively in a high-security environment.
- Experience with Oracle APEX and Golden Gate.
- Familiarity with Sybase ASE and Replication Server.
Why partner with Whizdom?
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
- We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
- We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We’ve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
- We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.
Location: The role is based in Canberra ACT.
Contract terms: 12 months from commencement date, plus potential extensions
SFIA level required: The Specified Person will be expected to demonstrate attributes of SFIA Level of Responsibility 5.
Security Requirements: Current Top-Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) security clearance is strongly preferred, however candidates who have held a TSPV in the previous 12-month period (which has since been downgraded) may be considered. An OSA(Organisational Suitability Assessment) will be required for this position.
How to Apply: Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks.
Applications open until 8am 27 January 2026.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or damienm@whizdom.com.au for any further information.
