* 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