DBA
Full time vacancy
We’re looking for a DBA with experience of maintaining and managing the security, integrity, recoverability, capacity and availability of the organisations databases in accordance with ICT standards and policies. Experience of AOAG, Azure SQL and associated technologies is essential.
You will use database management system software and tools to analyse and investigate database problems, resolving these within agreed SLAs.
Use the available software or specialist monitoring tools to maintain and control databases to maximise capacity and availability for the business in accordance with the DBA standards.
Work with and influence application developers, providing support to staff and external software vendors to troubleshoot site-specific performance issues, escalating to developers for software fixes or implementing database improvements as appropriate to resolve performance issues.
Provide support in enrolling users, maintaining system security, controls and monitors user access to databases so that database connectivity and security is maximised within agreed SLAs.
Produce and maintain documented procedures and scripts for all aspects of database administration so that best practice is championed and databases run efficiently and effectively.
Defines and implements the backup and recovery solution that will fully meet the business continuity requirements and SLAs in the event of disaster.
Coaches / mentors others in all aspects of current and correct operational practice to ensure a consistent approach is adopted within the technical specialism
This role could be carried out remotely, with the occasional requirement for travel to Hampshire Constabulary and Thames Valley Police offices.
You will be able to demonstrate:
- Holds or possesses demonstrable knowledge of ITIL Foundation Level.
- Demonstrable working knowledge of SQL Server Management Studio, Database backup tools and associated technologies with a focus on Azure SQL and a cloud first approach.
- Able to understand (and articulate) how the application of ICT technology impacts the organisation, business objectives and processes, ideally within policing.
- Able to achieve significant outcomes through influence and persuasion rather than through direct line authority.
- Proven good communication skills, written and oral.
- Must be flexible and adaptable with a proven problem-solving approach, working systematically and with little or no direct supervision.
Must have capability to travel to different locations across the Forces and undertake all assignments in a timely manner. Due to the requirement to work flexibly, unsocial hours and personal safety for lone working; public transport may not be available or suitable at these times. For this reason a full UK driving licence is considered essential
If you have not held residency in the UK for the last 5 years, we will not be able to process an application from you.
If you have any questions about the job please email Tracy Ryder on Tracy.Ryder@thamesvalley.police.uk
If you are an ‘at risk’ member of staff, please apply directly to the At Risk Recruitment Mailbox with your REI form and do not submit your CV.
Please attach a CV to apply for this role
TVP as an employer contribute 17.5% of pensionable pay into a member’s pension pot.
As part of the Thames Valley Police family you will enjoy a fantastic range of benefits including 24 days annual leave per annum, pro-rata for part time (plus Bank Holidays), flexible working conditions, a wide range of lifestyle discounts, career development opportunities and have the option to join a local government pension scheme.
If you have any queries please contact the Recruitment Team at RecruitmentstaffICT@thamesvalley.police.uk quoting reference 22040. We will endeavour to respond to your query as quickly as possible.
The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 6th April 2025.
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