Description
Database Administrator (DBA)
Leidos is seeking an experienced Database Administrator (DBA) to be part of a team supporting and maintaining an IT service management tool (ServiceNow) for a large organisation. This role requires hands-on experience with database administration, optimization, and disaster recovery planning. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring database stability, security, and performance, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance data integrity and system efficiency. This role requires a daily in-office presence.
Key Responsibilities:
* Database Administration & Maintenance: Provide technical support for MariaDB (MySQL) databases, ensuring optimal performance and availability.
* Backup & Disaster Recovery: Implement regular database backups to allow for efficient data recovery in the event of system failures.
* Monitoring & Performance Optimization: Track system performance and identify bottlenecks affecting database efficiency and data integrity.
* Incident & Problem Management: Troubleshoot database-related incidents and implement proactive solutions to minimize downtime.
* Capacity Planning: Monitor and forecast database storage and performance needs, ensuring scalability.
* Upgrades & Patch Management: Plan and execute major database upgrades and periodic patching to maintain system stability.
* Database Logging & Monitoring: Configure and manage database logs for integration into a SIEM (Security information and event management) solution for monitoring and security compliance.
* High Availability & Failover Management: Monitor, maintain and orchestrate manual failover and failback procedures to maintain uptime.
* Automation & Scripting: Develop scripts using SQL, Bash, or Python to automate database maintenance and monitoring tasks.
* Documentation & Knowledge Sharing: Maintain database build and upgrade documentation, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for the team.
* Testing & Validation Support: Assist testing teams with execution of test scripts for database validation and performance assessment.
You will have:
* Proven experience as a Database Administrator (DBA)
* Expertise in MariaDB or other relational databases (MySQL, Oracle, or SQL Server).
* Experience with backup and disaster recovery strategies for databases.
* Knowledge of database tuning, indexing, and query optimization.
* Understanding of networking protocols relevant to databases (TCP/IP, DNS, load balancing).
* Familiarity with IT Service Management (ITSM) tools, preferably ServiceNow.
* Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
* Knowledge of ITIL/ITSM principles and best practices.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable Skills:
* Familiarity with security frameworks such as CIS benchmarks or ISO 27001.
* Hands-on experience with high availability clustering and replication.
* Familiarity with virtualization technologies.
* Experience with automated patch management in database environments.
* ServiceNow environment experience is desirable.
* Experience of transitioning systems to service.
WHAT DO WE DO FOR YOU?
At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance.
Commitment to Diversity:
We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone.
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