SQL Database Administrator – SC Cleared – London/Remote (6 months)

About the role

We are looking for an experienced SQL Database Administrator with Security Clearance (SC) to join a large‑scale infrastructure team in London. The role is a six‑month contract, split between onsite work in Central London and remote days, supporting critical database transformation and migration projects.

Key responsibilities

• Build, configure and administer Microsoft SQL Server environments using established standards and best practices.
• Deliver SQL database upgrades, migrations and transformation activities across multiple environments.
• Perform database backups, restores and recovery activities to support ongoing projects.
• Carry out quality‑assurance checks to ensure newly deployed databases meet technical and operational standards.
• Support the retirement and decommissioning of legacy SQL environments.
• Collaborate with Infrastructure, Security and Application teams to deliver successful project outcomes.
• Assist with application and database migrations to new infrastructure, virtual environments and data centres.

Required profile

• Active Security Clearance (SC) – mandatory.
• Experience working in a Critical National Infrastructure environment.
• Strong commercial experience administering Microsoft SQL Server.
• Proven track record of SQL Server upgrades, migrations and performance optimisation.
• Experience supporting SQL Server within VMware‑virtualised environments.
• Familiarity with structured Change Management and Incident Management processes.

Required skills

• Microsoft SQL Server (2016‑2025)
• Always On Availability Groups
• Windows Clustering and High Availability/Disaster Recovery technologies
• SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)
• SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)
• SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS)
• PowerShell
• Power BI
• VMware
• BMC Remedy/Helix (or similar ITSM platform)

What we offer

• Competitive daily rate (£500‑£600)
• Opportunity to work on high‑impact national infrastructure projects
• Referral bonus of up to £1,000 for successful hires