Senior Database Administrator

5 days ago


Canberra n Capital Territory, Australia Bridge IT Engineering Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year
  • Federal Government Role
  • 12 months initial contract with up to 2x 12 month potential extensions
  • Location: ACT
  • Hybrid work arrangements
  • Australian Citizenship with Baseline clearance is required

Bridge IT Engineering
is seeking a
Senior Database Administrator
for a federal government department with offices in the
ACT.
The role will enable the delivery of Department objectives and outcomes by undertaking the design, implementation and operational support of database services infrastructure.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Practical experience with SQL Server, including setup, configuration, monitoring, performance tuning, indexing, query optimization and troubleshooting.
  • Apply access controls, encryption, and audit trails to protect sensitive data, ensuring security and compliance with data protection laws like the Privacy Act 1988.
  • Create and manage backup schedules, ensure reliable data recovery processes, and regularly test restore procedures.
  • Skilled in SQL (T-SQL) for writing, debugging, and optimizing queries, using performance tuning and monitoring tools like SQL Profiler, and applying backup and recovery techniques.
  • Use analytical thinking to solve complex issues, explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, and document processes clearly.
  • Develop and support key internal and external relationships, including managing stakeholders to achieve work area and agency goals
  • Provide accurate specialist advice, guidance and reporting on functional responsibilities.

Criteria

  • Previous experience in a similar role, i.e. Data Engineer, Data Analyst, Developer.
  • Numerical and analytical skills.
  • Hands-on experience with SQL database design, SSAS, SSIS.
  • Knowledge of programming languages and frameworks (e.g. C#, Python, R, SQL, BIML).
  • Technical expertise with data modelling, data mining, and segmentation techniques.
  • Working knowledge using Microsoft Power platform, mainly PowerBI.
  • Experience in Power BI Cloud Services administration – user access, workspaces, publishing.
  • Degree and/or related certifications

Your ICT Recruiter for this role

Byron Dale

*Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted



  • Canberra, n Capital Territory, Australia Exclaim IT Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    About the roleWe are seeking an experienced Database Administrator to join a dynamic program team delivering key agency objectives. In this role, you will design, implement, and provide operational support for database services infrastructure, contributing to meaningful outcomes within a high-profile reform program.Key responsibilitiesConfigure, monitor, and...


  • Canberra, n Capital Territory, Australia Pinpoint Talent Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    We are seeking an experiencedDatabase Administrator (Db2 Specialist)to join with ourfederal governmentclient on a long term contract. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on large-scale, mission-critical systems with a strong focus on mainframe Db2 administration and optimisation.Canberra location (Melbourne considered)12 month contract, potential...


  • Canberra, n Capital Territory, Australia Hatchit Studios Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    Database Administrator (Labour Hire – Federal Government)Location: Canberra, ACT (Hybrid – 3 days onsite, 2 remote; remote may be considered case-by-case)Contract Duration: 12 months | 2 × 12-month extensions possibleIndustry: Federal Government ICT ProjectsSecurity Requirement: ActiveNV2 Security Clearance(mandatory)About the OpportunityHatchit Studios...


  • n Capital Territory, Australia IT Alliance Australia Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    One of our leading federal govt clients is seeking to engageSenior Sql Database Administrator/DBAforCanberra -Hybrid working arrangementPlease note Candidate must have NV2 clearanceInitial contract duration-12 monthsExtension term-12 monthsNumber of extensions-2Working arrangements -HybridThe successful candidate will:Install, configure, and maintain MS SQL...


  • Canberra, n Capital Territory, Australia Compas Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    SQL Database AdministratorLocation: ACTNV 2 clearance neededAre you an experienced Database Administrator ready to lead critical data initiatives in a hybrid work environment? A key government agency is seeking a skilled DBA Lead to support their ongoing cloud migration and application modernisation efforts. You will be responsible for delivering...


  • n Capital Territory, Australia IT Alliance Australia Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    One of ourFederal governmentclients seeking to engage aLead Database administrator.Role: Lead Database Administrator - (EL1 Level)Location of work: CanberraLength of contract: 12 monthsContract extensions: 24 months extension (two extensions of twelve months each)Security clearance: Must hold Negative Vetting Level 2 security clearanceKey duties and...


  • Canberra, n Capital Territory, Australia Acolade Consulting Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    Job: - Senior Database Admin Infrastructure Engineer (Must have Negative Vetting Level 1)Location: - Canberra & Melbourne (Hybrid)Duration: - 12 Months (Possible Extension: - up to a maximum of 12 Months)We are looking for an experiencedSenior Database Admin Infrastructure Engineerfor an upcoming project fora long-term contract with one of our...


  • Canberra, Australia IT Alliance Australia Full time

    One of our Federal Government clients is looking for a Senior Database Administrator in Canberra. Skills and Experience: - Proven experience as a Database Administrator in a Microsoft SQL Server environment. - Strong experience with high data volume and highly available databases. - Excellent knowledge of data backup, recovery, security, integrity, and...


  • Canberra, ACT, Australia Leidos Full time

    Join or sign in to find your next jobJoin to apply for the Senior SQL Database Administrator role at LeidosJoin to apply for the Senior SQL Database Administrator role at LeidosLife Days are the Leidos way of recognising that we all need extra time to take care of life. By working slightly more than the minimum weekly hours (2 hours per week for...


  • Canberra, ACT, Australia Troocoo Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    Benefits of Contracting with Troocoo weekly pay cycleAdditional payroll benefits such as Salary SacrificeDedicated contractor experience teamAccess to retail savings, novated leasing and other benefits through FlareHRAbout the RoleOur Federal Government client is seeking Senior DB2 Database Administrators/Database Administrator Experts to engage in scoping,...