Senior SQL Database Administrator

About The Role
Kinetic IT is looking for a SQL DBA as part of National Services predominately working for a high profile customer in East Perth. This role will cover both infrastructures and applications and covers general SQL duties. This role will also involve a on-call week on week off.

Manage support and optimise Microsoft SQL Server platforms within a managed services environment
Provide BAU DBA support including monitoring incident response root cause analysis and issue resolution
Design implement and support high availability and disaster recovery solutions
Perform performance tuning and optimisation
Manage backup restore and disaster recovery processes including regular testing and documentation
Implement and maintain database security controls
Service Improvement: Contribute towards automation & other improvement activities
Security & Compliance: Access control encryption vulnerability management and audit alignment.
Assist with automation solutions to reduce manual effort and improve reliability
Contribute to continuous improvement of database standards tooling and operational processes
Demonstrated experience supporting high availability and mission critical database environments
Experience working with DevOps pipelines
Solid troubleshooting and diagnostic skills in performance and stability issues
Understanding of security compliance and audit requirements in enterprise environments
Ability to communicate clearly with technical teams and stakeholders
Exposure to additional database platforms such as Oracle or cloud environments is advantageous

What youll bring to the table:
Proven track record as a Senior SQL DBA
Experience across infrastructure and applications
Any exposure to DevOps Pipelines
Any automation exposure
Ability to communicate effectively within a customer environment
Any exposure to Oracle Databases would be advantageous

About Kinetic IT
Kinetic IT is a leading Australian IT services provider specialising in Intelligent Workplace Cloud Cyber Security Digital Infrastructure and IT Service Management. We are unlocking the potential of technology to enrich lives of Australian communities.
For more than 25 years weve partnered with some of Australias most important organisations helping them deliver essential services relied upon by our communities including government critical infrastructure education law enforcement defence emergency services utilities and transport.

Be You Create the Future
At Kinetic IT were driven by a shared passion for technology customer success and community impact.
With over 1500 talented people working across Australia we deliver world-class capabilities with a local touch helping shape the future of tech here and beyond.
We value individuality and foster an inclusive culture where youre safe to be your best real self. We tackle challenges together celebrate success together and make sure everyone feels valued supported and proud of the work they do.
As an equal opportunity employer we welcome people of all abilities backgrounds cultures and genders. Were proud to be an Indigenous and Veteran-friendly employer.

The Kinetic IT Difference
Growth-focused culture Formal training mentoring vendor exam support communities of practice and regular development reviews.
Advance your career Access new roles via our internal Opportunity Marketplace careers hub.
Flex your work Hybrid options flexible hours mobility and part-time roles (customer needs permitting).
Celebrate together Social events cultural celebrations end-of-year functions and more.
Wellbeing matters Health and wellness resources tailored leave and support options and EAP access.
Other Perks- Access to our employee discounts platform discounted gym membership and more.

How To Apply
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