Database Administrator

5 days ago

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 possible


Industry
: Federal Government ICT Projects


Security Requirement
: Active
NV2 Security Clearance
(mandatory)

About the Opportunity

Hatchit Studios is seeking an experienced
Database Administrator (DBA)
to support a large federal government client. This role will provide specialist development, technical services, and support across
Microsoft SQL database platforms
spanning on-premises and cloud environments.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned DBA to contribute to a
cloud-first strategy
and application modernisation initiatives, while ensuring the security, availability, and performance of business-critical data platforms.

Key Responsibilities

  • Install, configure, and maintain
    MS SQL Server
    database instances with high availability.
  • Monitor and optimise performance, replication, and resolve bottlenecks using tuning and monitoring tools.
  • Develop and manage
    clustering, backups, and disaster recovery strategies
    .
  • Manage
    security configurations
    including certificate management and access control.
  • Administer and optimise
    SSAS/SSIS/SSRS and Power BI
    reporting environments.
  • Troubleshoot issues across
    hybrid and cloud environments (Azure, AWS)
    .
  • Maintain detailed technical documentation for all configurations, changes, and procedures.

Skills & Experience Required

  • 7+ years
    experience in a similar Database Administration role.
  • Hands-on with
    Microsoft SQL Server
    , Always-On Availability Groups, and
    Azure SQL Databases
    .
  • Strong expertise in
    SQL/T-SQL and PowerShell
    scripting for automation.
  • Proven
    problem-solving skills
    and proactive database management approach.
  • Excellent communication skills, with ability to work effectively in collaborative teams.
  • Current active NV2 security clearance
    (essential).

Desirable Skills

  • Experience with
    Azure DevOps, Git, and CI/CD
    practices.
  • SQL Database development experience.

Why Join Us?

  • Work on
    high-impact federal government projects
    .
  • Competitive market rates with potential for multi-year engagement.
  • Hybrid work model (ACT-based) with some flexibility.

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