Job Title: Lead Data Platform Administrator

Security Clearance: Negative Vetting Level 1

Duration: Initial 12 months with 2 x 12-month extensions

Industry: Information Technology

Functional Expertise: Data and Analytics

Sub-functional Expertise: Database Administration (SFIA DBAD Level 4/5)

Location of work: ACT

Working arrangements: Onsite

Closing date: 9AM Monday, 9 March 2026

Description:

Our client is seeking an experienced Lead Data Platform Administrator to provide specialist development, technical services and support for enterprise database management capabilities. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, implementing and maintaining secure, high-performing database environments across on-premises and hybrid/cloud platforms. This position requires strong technical expertise in Microsoft SQL Server technologies, database performance optimisation, security configuration and reporting environments.

Responsibilities:

• Design, install, configure and maintain on-premises MS SQL database instances and hybrid solutions ensuring high availability, security and performance
• Monitor and manage database performance and replication, identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks using index tuning and third-party monitoring tools
• Develop, implement and manage database clustering and maintenance plans, including automated backups and disaster recovery strategies
• Manage security configurations, including certificate management and access control
• Manage and optimise SSAS, SSIS, SSRS and Power BI reporting environments
• Troubleshoot and resolve performance issues across hybrid and cloud environments, optimising configurations within Azure and AWS
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for database configurations, changes and procedures across on-premises and cloud environments

Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience in database administration within complex enterprise environments
• Practical experience with Microsoft SQL Server products including Always-On Availability Groups, SQL Replication and Azure/AWS SQL databases
• Strong SQL/T-SQL and PowerShell scripting skills to support SQL Server and automate database management activities
• Experience managing high availability, disaster recovery and performance optimisation strategies
• Ability to work across on-premises and cloud-based database platforms

Key Capabilities:

• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to database management
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Well-developed communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes in a structured environment

Essential Criteria:

• Experience 5+ Years in a similar role.
• Platforms Practical experience with Microsoft SQL Server products, including use of Always-On Availability Groups, SQL Replication, Azure/AWS SQL databases.
• Programming Strong SQL/T-SQL, PowerShell to support the SQL Server software and streamline or automate daily database management activities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to database management
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment

Desirable Criteria:

• Azure and DevOps Experience with DevOps processes and tools such as Azure DevOps and Git, Azure SQL Databases.
• Experience with SQL Database development

How to apply:

Please submit your application including your resume and a completed application form addressing the essential and desirable criteria. Ensure your application highlights your experience and any relevant certifications.