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Lead Oracle Database Administrator

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6 months ago
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Inside IR35 / Hybrid Working in the South West

✅ Core Responsibilities

Manage and support Oracle and MS SQL Server databases (on-premise and cloud)
Lead database support across Dev, Test, and Live environments
Provide 3rd line support and technical design
Ensure database security, resilience, and compliance
Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors
Lead installation, configuration, upgrades, and performance tuning
Maintain documentation and train junior staff✅ Key Technical Skills

Oracle 19c (Dataguard, RMAN, OEM Grid)
MS SQL Server
PostgreSQL
Windows Server administration
Cloud platforms (Azure/AWS)
Performance tuning, backup/restore, high availability✅ Other Skills & Experience

Leadership and coordination across teams
Problem-solving in high-pressure environments
Stakeholder management and influencing
Experience in government or secure environments✅ Security Requirement

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