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Our client, focused on National Security, is looking for a Database Administrator with Positive Vetting level clearance (PV) for a 12-month contract (with extension options) to operate from their Canberra location.
The successful candidate will work as an Database Administrator provides support to the Microsoft SQL Server engine fleet and supporting scripting and automation, completes database backup, migration and recovery jobs requested by customers, and undertakes performance turning of the database engine and hosted databases to address performance issues experienced by customers.
.They will:
Our ideal candidates will bring the following attributes:
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will be required to complete a selection criterion to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates. Submission closes on 22 May 2025 at 11:00 am Call Peter Warby on 0480 011 480 or intel@whizdom.com.au for any further information. 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
Database Administrator
Job title : | Database Administrator |
Contract type : | Contract |
Location : | Canberra |
Sectors : | |
Salary : | $130 - $160 per hour |
Start date : | 2025-05-05 00:00:00 |
Duration : | 12.0 MONTH |
Job Reference : | V-52195 |
Contact name : | Peter Warby |
Contact email : | peterw@whizdom.com.au |
Job published : | about 7 hours ago |
Our client, focused on National Security, is looking for a Database Administrator with Positive Vetting level clearance (PV) for a 12-month contract (with extension options) to operate from their Canberra location.
The successful candidate will work as an Database Administrator provides support to the Microsoft SQL Server engine fleet and supporting scripting and automation, completes database backup, migration and recovery jobs requested by customers, and undertakes performance turning of the database engine and hosted databases to address performance issues experienced by customers.
.They will:
- Provide information security leadership and guidance to a multi-disciplinary team whose responsibilities are to provide the highest standards of integrity and security over the design, construction and capabilities of Australia’s sovereign TS cloud platform.
- Be accountable for high-quality security reporting, policy or doctrine which may include analysis, detection and response statistics, security incidents and breaches and formal correspondence.
- Understand and advise on a range of information security matters including knowledge of domestic and international frameworks.
Our ideal candidates will bring the following attributes:
- Intermediate practical experience with Microsoft SQL Server products, including use of Always-On Availability Groups.
- Experience using scripting languages (e.g. PowerShell) to support the SQL Server software and streamline or automate daily database management activities.
- Experience following software development methodologies, such as Agile and SCRUM
- Familiarity and experience with version control and automated build/test systems such as Git and CI/CD platforms
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.
Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will be required to complete a selection criterion to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates. Submission closes on 22 May 2025 at 11:00 am Call Peter Warby on 0480 011 480 or intel@whizdom.com.au for any further information. 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