Job description
MS SQL Database Administrator
📍 Locations: Ballarat | Canberra | Melbourne
🕐 Permanent Role | ASAP Start | Must have NV1 Clearance to be considered
We are seeking an experienced MS SQL DBA to support the transition and ongoing management of infrastructure managed services for a federal government client.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in the transition of existing MS SQL environments
Perform routine DBA tasks: backups, performance tuning, patching, and incident resolution
Ensure database compliance with federal security standards
Collaborate with infrastructure and DevOps teams
Support cloud migration and database automation initiatives
Requirements:
5+ years of MS SQL DBA experience (on-prem and cloud, preferably Azure)
Strong skills in database performance, availability, and recovery
Familiarity with ITIL/ITSM; ITIL v4 certification preferred
Active NV1 Security Clearance (mandatory)
On-call and shift work flexibility required
Desirable:
Scripting experience (e.g., PowerShell, T-SQL)
Oracle DBA knowledge (not required)
This is a mid-level opportunity within a structured, secure environment. Apply now to advance your DBA career.
To be considered for the role click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities please contact Ian Cardinal on +617 3472 6580 or email [email protected] and quote the above job reference number.
Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, including the application form in an alternate format, please contact me on the above contact details.
