College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences
School of Psychology & Neuroscience
IT Infrastructure Manager
Vacancy Ref: 158172
Salary: Grade 8 £49,320 - £56,921 per annum
This post is full time and open ended (permanent). Relocation assistance will be provided where appropriate.
The University of Glasgow is seeking to appoint a talented and highly motivated IT Infrastructure Manager.
Reporting to the Computing Support Manager, the post holder will take a leading role in managing and maintaining the school’s IT Infrastructure, which is essential for the research, teaching and professional services of Psychology and Neuroscience. Your primary responsibility will be to collaborate with the Computing Support Manager, to manage and maintain the specialised core IT infrastructure, as well as provide user support and system development.
The post holder will work closely with the Computing Support Manager to ensure that infrastructure investments align with departmental needs and strategic priorities, optimizing resource allocation and financial planning. In addition, the successful candidate will be required to oversee the management and development of support staff, fostering a culture of excellence through the implementation of best practices, strategic talent development initiatives, and the execution of annual performance reviews.
For more information about the infrastructure and the scope of the job or for informal enquiries, please contact Raymond Elma, Raymond.Elma@glasgow.ac.uk
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Computing Support Manager, you will take a leading role in managing and maintaining the school’s IT Infrastructure, which is essential for the research, teaching and professional services of Psychology and Neuroscience. Your primary responsibility will be to collaborate with the Computing Support Manager, to manage and maintain the specialised core IT infrastructure, as well as provide user support and system development.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Lead in evaluating and enhancing the effectiveness of the School’s IT Infrastructure, maximising service quality, efficiency and continuity.
Lead the management of infrastructure, data centres and server hardware across the product lifecycle.
Provide and manage core Linux and Microsoft Windows systems to ensure vital DNS, directory, desktop, and storage services remain available, secure and patched.
Lead the management of web services and Content Management Systems running Apache, PHP, Tomcat, MySQL/MariaDB, Python.
"Investigate new and emerging technologies through innovative design of complex systems and usage of specialist IT equipment for use in Psychology and Neuroscience teaching and research, to deliver strategic and operational benefits. Manage the allocated portion of the IT budget, ensuring an effective split between end-user and infrastructure management, and regularly present findings and budget impacts at the board level to align with organizational strategy and support informed decision-making."
Represent Psychology and Neuroscience at Campus and College IT forums, liaising with staff in Computing Service, and providing specialist advice in areas such as security, data storage and governance to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of IT provision in the University.
"Manage the allocated portion of the IT budget, ensuring an effective split between end-user and infrastructure management. Collaborate with the Computing Support Manager to contribute to the Computing Support Department's budget from an infrastructure perspective, including costing for upgrades, maintenance, and other related expenses. Work closely to ensure that infrastructure investments align with departmental needs and strategic priorities, optimizing resource allocation and financial planning."
Oversee the management and development of support staff, fostering a culture of excellence through the implementation of best practices, strategic talent development initiatives, and the execution of annual performance reviews.
Lead end-to-end project management with a high degree of autonomy, ensuring successful project delivery from inception to completion. Oversee the creation of comprehensive documentation and provide training to colleagues as needed to support project objectives and knowledge transfer
Partner with the University Central IT to design and implement advanced IT security policies, ensuring alignment with institutional standards and enhancing the overall cybersecurity framework
Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills, and Experience Knowledge/Qualifications
Essential:
A1 Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework Level 9 (Ordinary Degree, Scottish Vocational Qualification level 4), or equivalent experience of personal development in a similar role or related role. A2 Ability to undertake the duties associated with this level of post A3 Comprehensive, expert current knowledge of IT standards, systems, and provision to support delivery of research and teaching.
Desirable:
B1 Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate certification is highly desirable, with a strong emphasis on proficiency in managing local Active Directory environments.
B2 Proficiency in macOS management with JAMF certification is highly desirable.
B3 Experience of working in a Higher Education environment.
Skills Essential:
C1 Skills in LAMP platforms (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP).
C2Extensive experience in Linux/Unix administration, including user management (NIS Domain), monitoring, optimizing system performance, system updates, backups (ZFS) and network storage (NFS).
C2 Skill in managing and maintaining networking services (DNS, DHCP), which includes diagnosing and troubleshooting network problems.
C3 Expertise in Microsoft on prem Active Directory and Window Server 2019 and above.
C4 Ability to take a problem/project from conception to completion, interpreting and integrating technical and user needs appropriately.
C5 Ability to develop innovative solutions and to influence others to adopt them.
C6 Excellent interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills.
C7 Demonstrable people/time/budget/project management skills of an appropriate level.
C8 Ability to work effectively with a high level of independence but also within a team.
C9 Strong analytical and innovative problem-solving skills.
C10 Ability to multitask successfully in a busy role with competing demands
C11 Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing environments.
C12 Ability to collaborate with teams within our ogranisation (e.g Information Services Security Team and Network Infrastructure Team)
Desirable:
D1 Understanding of cybersecurity principles to protect data and computational resources. D2 Compliance with data privacy regulations and institutional IT policies. D3 Ability to implement and maintain secure access protocols. D4 Support for software installations, updates, and troubleshooting. D5 Ability to provide technical support to faculty and students. D6 Conducting training sessions on best practices for using the computing grid.
D7 Expertise in managing and maintaining high-performance computing (HPC) systems, Rocks Clusters or similar.
D8 Skills in Enterprise server software and storage technologies such as, Isilon, iDrac, Microsoft failover clusters and VMware VCenter.
F9 Proficiency in virtualisation and containerisation technologies (e.g., Docker, singularity).
Experience
Essential:
E1 Experience in leading a highly specialised infrastructure team.
E2 Substantial experience in server management and systems administration in a heterogeneous environment with a mix of Linux, Unix and MS Windows server technologies providing general services, such as backup, mail, DNS, DHCP, printing and user accounts.
E4 Installation and administration of enterprise level server hardware and software. Including, server management, virtualisation, and storage management.
E5 Significant experience of a higher-level programming or scripting language such as Shell Script, Python or PowerShell.
E6 Experience managing projects in a complex multidisciplinary organisation.
E7 Experience of taking responsibility for actions that can have considerable impact on the user community.
E8 Experience of negotiating with colleagues.
Desirable:
F1 Supporting Research in an academic environment.
F2 Supporting MySQL/MariaDB relational database servers.
F3 Security with network penetration testing, diagnosis, and patching.
F4 Experience of GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), Caldecott and the processing of personal and medical data.
E5 Knowledge of libraries needed for GPU clusters and distributed computing frameworks
25/11/2024
Full time
College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences
School of Psychology & Neuroscience
IT Infrastructure Manager
Vacancy Ref: 158172
Salary: Grade 8 £49,320 - £56,921 per annum
This post is full time and open ended (permanent). Relocation assistance will be provided where appropriate.
The University of Glasgow is seeking to appoint a talented and highly motivated IT Infrastructure Manager.
Reporting to the Computing Support Manager, the post holder will take a leading role in managing and maintaining the school’s IT Infrastructure, which is essential for the research, teaching and professional services of Psychology and Neuroscience. Your primary responsibility will be to collaborate with the Computing Support Manager, to manage and maintain the specialised core IT infrastructure, as well as provide user support and system development.
The post holder will work closely with the Computing Support Manager to ensure that infrastructure investments align with departmental needs and strategic priorities, optimizing resource allocation and financial planning. In addition, the successful candidate will be required to oversee the management and development of support staff, fostering a culture of excellence through the implementation of best practices, strategic talent development initiatives, and the execution of annual performance reviews.
For more information about the infrastructure and the scope of the job or for informal enquiries, please contact Raymond Elma, Raymond.Elma@glasgow.ac.uk
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Computing Support Manager, you will take a leading role in managing and maintaining the school’s IT Infrastructure, which is essential for the research, teaching and professional services of Psychology and Neuroscience. Your primary responsibility will be to collaborate with the Computing Support Manager, to manage and maintain the specialised core IT infrastructure, as well as provide user support and system development.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Lead in evaluating and enhancing the effectiveness of the School’s IT Infrastructure, maximising service quality, efficiency and continuity.
Lead the management of infrastructure, data centres and server hardware across the product lifecycle.
Provide and manage core Linux and Microsoft Windows systems to ensure vital DNS, directory, desktop, and storage services remain available, secure and patched.
Lead the management of web services and Content Management Systems running Apache, PHP, Tomcat, MySQL/MariaDB, Python.
"Investigate new and emerging technologies through innovative design of complex systems and usage of specialist IT equipment for use in Psychology and Neuroscience teaching and research, to deliver strategic and operational benefits. Manage the allocated portion of the IT budget, ensuring an effective split between end-user and infrastructure management, and regularly present findings and budget impacts at the board level to align with organizational strategy and support informed decision-making."
Represent Psychology and Neuroscience at Campus and College IT forums, liaising with staff in Computing Service, and providing specialist advice in areas such as security, data storage and governance to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of IT provision in the University.
"Manage the allocated portion of the IT budget, ensuring an effective split between end-user and infrastructure management. Collaborate with the Computing Support Manager to contribute to the Computing Support Department's budget from an infrastructure perspective, including costing for upgrades, maintenance, and other related expenses. Work closely to ensure that infrastructure investments align with departmental needs and strategic priorities, optimizing resource allocation and financial planning."
Oversee the management and development of support staff, fostering a culture of excellence through the implementation of best practices, strategic talent development initiatives, and the execution of annual performance reviews.
Lead end-to-end project management with a high degree of autonomy, ensuring successful project delivery from inception to completion. Oversee the creation of comprehensive documentation and provide training to colleagues as needed to support project objectives and knowledge transfer
Partner with the University Central IT to design and implement advanced IT security policies, ensuring alignment with institutional standards and enhancing the overall cybersecurity framework
Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills, and Experience Knowledge/Qualifications
Essential:
A1 Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework Level 9 (Ordinary Degree, Scottish Vocational Qualification level 4), or equivalent experience of personal development in a similar role or related role. A2 Ability to undertake the duties associated with this level of post A3 Comprehensive, expert current knowledge of IT standards, systems, and provision to support delivery of research and teaching.
Desirable:
B1 Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate certification is highly desirable, with a strong emphasis on proficiency in managing local Active Directory environments.
B2 Proficiency in macOS management with JAMF certification is highly desirable.
B3 Experience of working in a Higher Education environment.
Skills Essential:
C1 Skills in LAMP platforms (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP).
C2Extensive experience in Linux/Unix administration, including user management (NIS Domain), monitoring, optimizing system performance, system updates, backups (ZFS) and network storage (NFS).
C2 Skill in managing and maintaining networking services (DNS, DHCP), which includes diagnosing and troubleshooting network problems.
C3 Expertise in Microsoft on prem Active Directory and Window Server 2019 and above.
C4 Ability to take a problem/project from conception to completion, interpreting and integrating technical and user needs appropriately.
C5 Ability to develop innovative solutions and to influence others to adopt them.
C6 Excellent interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills.
C7 Demonstrable people/time/budget/project management skills of an appropriate level.
C8 Ability to work effectively with a high level of independence but also within a team.
C9 Strong analytical and innovative problem-solving skills.
C10 Ability to multitask successfully in a busy role with competing demands
C11 Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing environments.
C12 Ability to collaborate with teams within our ogranisation (e.g Information Services Security Team and Network Infrastructure Team)
Desirable:
D1 Understanding of cybersecurity principles to protect data and computational resources. D2 Compliance with data privacy regulations and institutional IT policies. D3 Ability to implement and maintain secure access protocols. D4 Support for software installations, updates, and troubleshooting. D5 Ability to provide technical support to faculty and students. D6 Conducting training sessions on best practices for using the computing grid.
D7 Expertise in managing and maintaining high-performance computing (HPC) systems, Rocks Clusters or similar.
D8 Skills in Enterprise server software and storage technologies such as, Isilon, iDrac, Microsoft failover clusters and VMware VCenter.
F9 Proficiency in virtualisation and containerisation technologies (e.g., Docker, singularity).
Experience
Essential:
E1 Experience in leading a highly specialised infrastructure team.
E2 Substantial experience in server management and systems administration in a heterogeneous environment with a mix of Linux, Unix and MS Windows server technologies providing general services, such as backup, mail, DNS, DHCP, printing and user accounts.
E4 Installation and administration of enterprise level server hardware and software. Including, server management, virtualisation, and storage management.
E5 Significant experience of a higher-level programming or scripting language such as Shell Script, Python or PowerShell.
E6 Experience managing projects in a complex multidisciplinary organisation.
E7 Experience of taking responsibility for actions that can have considerable impact on the user community.
E8 Experience of negotiating with colleagues.
Desirable:
F1 Supporting Research in an academic environment.
F2 Supporting MySQL/MariaDB relational database servers.
F3 Security with network penetration testing, diagnosis, and patching.
F4 Experience of GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), Caldecott and the processing of personal and medical data.
E5 Knowledge of libraries needed for GPU clusters and distributed computing frameworks
The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators
Holborn, London, UK
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Database Administrator (DBA) to join and manage our new Data team including a Junior Database Administrator. The role will include taking the lead with data quality and integrity, identifying issues and their causes, resolving data and process issues, and steering data cleansing activities across a diverse workforce.
The ideal candidate will have experience of managing data and databases within the Microsoft ecosystem, including Dynamics, SharePoint, Microsoft 365, and Azure Data Warehouse. Additionally, the candidate will be skilled in using SQL and Power BI to create detailed reports and dashboards for tracking key performance indicators (KPIs).
Key Responsibilities
Manage the installation, configuration, and maintenance of databases within Microsoft Dynamics, SharePoint, Microsoft 365, and Azure Data Warehouse.
Ensure databases are properly structured, maintained, and upgraded as needed.
Define, implement, and manage seamless data integration across various platforms and applications.
Implement and maintain robust security measures to protect sensitive data from unauthorised access and breaches.
Develop and manage backup and recovery plans to safeguard data integrity and availability.
Diagnose and resolve data and database-related issues promptly to minimise downtime and ensure smooth operations.
Management and training of junior staff and data teams.
Oversee data cleansing operations to ensure data is accurate and free from inconsistencies.
Develop and maintain detailed reports and dashboards using Power BI to track and visualise KPIs.
Monitor and optimise database performance to ensure efficient data retrieval and storage.
Monitor and audit data to identify and resolve discrepancies, ensuring high data integrity.
Ensuring that the right data is available to the right people at the right time.
Assisting teams in analysing data to support business decisions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality requirements are met and conduct regular data quality assessments to track improvements.
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of configurations, processes, and procedures.
Work closely and collaboratively with IT colleagues, development teams, and other stakeholders in a diverse and inclusive global environment to support data-related needs and projects.
Experience, Knowledge and Skills
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Proven experience as a Database Administrator or Data Analyst.
Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics, SharePoint, Microsoft 365, and Azure Data Warehouse.
High level of skills in Power BI to include Dashboards and Executive reporting.
Strong knowledge of SQL and database management systems.
Experience with database performance tuning and optimisation.
Experience in implementing data security best practices.
Excellent problem-solving abilities.
Experience managing data cleansing exercises.
Experience managing and mentoring staff.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality.
Ability to work well alone and as part of a team.
Strong commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion fostering a collaborative environment amongst their team and the wider organisation
What's in it for you?
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £50,000 per annum
Annual leave: 25 days per annum plus UK bank holidays
Sick pay: Enhanced company scheme subject to terms and conditions
Life assurance: Company life assurance scheme (4 x annual salary)
Pension: Generous Pension Scheme (from day 1 of joining)
Check out the full range of benefits on offer on our careers site
Application Notes:
A covering letter of ideally one A4 page but no more than two along with your CV is required to complete your application. See cover letter guidance at the end of our advert on our careers site.
The deadline for applications is 23:59 hours by Sunday 10 November 2024.
Interviews are scheduled to take place from the week commencing 18 November 2024.
Due to business requirements, we are looking for someone to start as soon as possible however, we are committed to considering all applications fairly.
28/10/2024
Full time
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Database Administrator (DBA) to join and manage our new Data team including a Junior Database Administrator. The role will include taking the lead with data quality and integrity, identifying issues and their causes, resolving data and process issues, and steering data cleansing activities across a diverse workforce.
The ideal candidate will have experience of managing data and databases within the Microsoft ecosystem, including Dynamics, SharePoint, Microsoft 365, and Azure Data Warehouse. Additionally, the candidate will be skilled in using SQL and Power BI to create detailed reports and dashboards for tracking key performance indicators (KPIs).
Key Responsibilities
Manage the installation, configuration, and maintenance of databases within Microsoft Dynamics, SharePoint, Microsoft 365, and Azure Data Warehouse.
Ensure databases are properly structured, maintained, and upgraded as needed.
Define, implement, and manage seamless data integration across various platforms and applications.
Implement and maintain robust security measures to protect sensitive data from unauthorised access and breaches.
Develop and manage backup and recovery plans to safeguard data integrity and availability.
Diagnose and resolve data and database-related issues promptly to minimise downtime and ensure smooth operations.
Management and training of junior staff and data teams.
Oversee data cleansing operations to ensure data is accurate and free from inconsistencies.
Develop and maintain detailed reports and dashboards using Power BI to track and visualise KPIs.
Monitor and optimise database performance to ensure efficient data retrieval and storage.
Monitor and audit data to identify and resolve discrepancies, ensuring high data integrity.
Ensuring that the right data is available to the right people at the right time.
Assisting teams in analysing data to support business decisions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality requirements are met and conduct regular data quality assessments to track improvements.
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of configurations, processes, and procedures.
Work closely and collaboratively with IT colleagues, development teams, and other stakeholders in a diverse and inclusive global environment to support data-related needs and projects.
Experience, Knowledge and Skills
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Proven experience as a Database Administrator or Data Analyst.
Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics, SharePoint, Microsoft 365, and Azure Data Warehouse.
High level of skills in Power BI to include Dashboards and Executive reporting.
Strong knowledge of SQL and database management systems.
Experience with database performance tuning and optimisation.
Experience in implementing data security best practices.
Excellent problem-solving abilities.
Experience managing data cleansing exercises.
Experience managing and mentoring staff.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality.
Ability to work well alone and as part of a team.
Strong commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion fostering a collaborative environment amongst their team and the wider organisation
What's in it for you?
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £50,000 per annum
Annual leave: 25 days per annum plus UK bank holidays
Sick pay: Enhanced company scheme subject to terms and conditions
Life assurance: Company life assurance scheme (4 x annual salary)
Pension: Generous Pension Scheme (from day 1 of joining)
Check out the full range of benefits on offer on our careers site
Application Notes:
A covering letter of ideally one A4 page but no more than two along with your CV is required to complete your application. See cover letter guidance at the end of our advert on our careers site.
The deadline for applications is 23:59 hours by Sunday 10 November 2024.
Interviews are scheduled to take place from the week commencing 18 November 2024.
Due to business requirements, we are looking for someone to start as soon as possible however, we are committed to considering all applications fairly.
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Full time
Senior MySQL Database Administrator (DBA) Remote working Cloud SQL (MySQL), BigQuery, GCP Salary circa 75k plus benefits and equity Are you ready to join a fast-growing, profitable scale-up that's shaking up the industry? Our client is building a global digital marketplace with a mission to disrupt the sector. They've been busy throughout the year and have effectively doubled their tech team. They need passionate, motivated individuals to join their journey! The Role - As the Senior Database Administrator in the team, you'll oversee the end-to-end management and support of MySQL servers and databases, ensuring they meet high standards and support critical projects. This role requires expertise in design and query optimization to achieve scalable systems, and a track record of administering, supporting, and building databases in high-stakes, production environments. Key Responsibilities - Database Design & Capacity Management, Database Maintenance & Monitoring, Disaster Recovery, Performance Optimization, Security & Compliance, Automation & Upgrades, Data Analysis. Required Skills and Experience - Essential - sound commercial experience of MySQL databases Operating Systems: Linux, Ubuntu, Windows Languages: Shell, T-SQL, PL/SQL. Cloud Experience (GCP or AWS) Desirable Skills - Web application experience, RabbitMQ, Jenkins, Spanner. Databases: Couchbase, NoSQL. Why Join? This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in a team that's transforming the industry. You'll be working with leading-edge technology, in a supportive, collaborative culture that values innovation and growth. If you're a proactive, experienced MySQL DBA eager to make an impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you! Please send your CV to (url removed) Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
SQL Database Administrator Location: Manchester/Birmingham/Sheffield/Chelmsford (Hybrid: 3 office/2 WFH) Salary: Up to £65,000 + benefits Sector: Professional Services/Legal IT Type: Permanent What's on offer: Salary up to £65,000 Hybrid working: 3 days in office/2 days WFH Modernising SQL and Azure environment with strong investment The opportunity We are working with a major professional services organisation seeking an experienced SQL Database Administrator to join a specialist team supporting large, business-critical SQL Server and Azure SQL platforms. This is a hands-on position where you'll play a key role in maintaining performance, stability, and resilience across the firm's core applications. The role Administer and optimise SQL Server databases () across on-prem and Azure. Deliver performance tuning, query optimisation and advanced troubleshooting. Manage HA/DR including AlwaysOn AGs, clustering, backups, and failover. Monitor capacity, patching, security, and database integrity. Support application upgrades, releases, and T-SQL-driven integrations. Provide 3rd-line support for major incidents. Produce documentation, runbooks, and operational best practice. Work closely with developers, infrastructure, and external vendors. What we're looking for Essential: Strong commercial SQL Server DBA background in live production environments Azure SQL expertise (Managed Instance, SQL Database or SQL on Azure VMs) Proven HA/DR delivery: AlwaysOn, clustering, failover processes Deep performance tuning (execution plans, indexing, Query Store, Extended Events, wait stats) Confident T-SQL skills for diagnostics and automation Experience working within structured change control Clear communication skills and calm approach under pressure Nice to have: Legal, insurance or professional services experience Exposure to DMS/PMS or other line-of-business systems SSIS, ADF or wider integration tooling experience Interest in cloud transformation and platform uplift initiatives. How to apply If you're an experienced SQL Database Administrator seeking a high-impact role in a modern, forward-thinking professional services environment, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.
12/12/2025
Full time
SQL Database Administrator Location: Manchester/Birmingham/Sheffield/Chelmsford (Hybrid: 3 office/2 WFH) Salary: Up to £65,000 + benefits Sector: Professional Services/Legal IT Type: Permanent What's on offer: Salary up to £65,000 Hybrid working: 3 days in office/2 days WFH Modernising SQL and Azure environment with strong investment The opportunity We are working with a major professional services organisation seeking an experienced SQL Database Administrator to join a specialist team supporting large, business-critical SQL Server and Azure SQL platforms. This is a hands-on position where you'll play a key role in maintaining performance, stability, and resilience across the firm's core applications. The role Administer and optimise SQL Server databases () across on-prem and Azure. Deliver performance tuning, query optimisation and advanced troubleshooting. Manage HA/DR including AlwaysOn AGs, clustering, backups, and failover. Monitor capacity, patching, security, and database integrity. Support application upgrades, releases, and T-SQL-driven integrations. Provide 3rd-line support for major incidents. Produce documentation, runbooks, and operational best practice. Work closely with developers, infrastructure, and external vendors. What we're looking for Essential: Strong commercial SQL Server DBA background in live production environments Azure SQL expertise (Managed Instance, SQL Database or SQL on Azure VMs) Proven HA/DR delivery: AlwaysOn, clustering, failover processes Deep performance tuning (execution plans, indexing, Query Store, Extended Events, wait stats) Confident T-SQL skills for diagnostics and automation Experience working within structured change control Clear communication skills and calm approach under pressure Nice to have: Legal, insurance or professional services experience Exposure to DMS/PMS or other line-of-business systems SSIS, ADF or wider integration tooling experience Interest in cloud transformation and platform uplift initiatives. How to apply If you're an experienced SQL Database Administrator seeking a high-impact role in a modern, forward-thinking professional services environment, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.
Join us as a PostgreSQL SRE at Barclays where you'll effectively monitor and maintain the bank's critical technology infrastructure and resolve more complex technical issues, whilst minimizing disruption to operations. In this role you will assume a key technical leadership role. You will shape the direction of our database administration, ensuring our technological approaches are innovative and aligned with the Bank's business goals. To be successful as a PostgreSQL SRE, you should have: Experience as a Database Administrator, with a focus on PostgreSQL and similar database technologies such as Oracle or MS-SQL. A background in implementing and leading SRE practices across large organizations or complex teams. Hands-on experience on Containers and Kubernetes Experience with DevOps automation tools such as Code versioning (git), JIRA, Ansible, database CI/CD tools and their implementation. Some other highly valued skills may include: Expertise with scripting languages (e.g. PowerShell, Python, Bash) for automation/migration tasks Experience of working on Data migration tools and software's Expertise in system configuration management tools such as Chef, Ansible for database server configurations. You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills This role can be based in our London, Knutsford or Glasgow locations. Purpose of the role To apply software engineering techniques, automation, and best practices in incident response, to ensure the reliability, availability, and scalability of the systems, platforms, and technology through them. Accountabilities Availability, performance, and scalability of systems and services through proactive monitoring, maintenance, and capacity planning. Resolution, analysis and response to system outages and disruptions, and implement measures to prevent similar incidents from recurring. Development of tools and scripts to automate operational processes, reducing manual workload, increasing efficiency, and improving system resilience. Monitoring and optimisation of system performance and resource usage, identify and address bottlenecks, and implement best practices for performance tuning. Collaboration with development teams to integrate best practices for reliability, scalability, and performance into the software development lifecycle, and work closely with other teams to ensure smooth and efficient operations. Stay informed of industry technology trends and innovations, and actively contribute to the organization's technology communities to foster a culture of technical excellence and growth. Assistant Vice President Expectations To advise and influence decision making, contribute to policy development and take responsibility for operational effectiveness. Collaborate closely with other functions/ business divisions. Lead a team performing complex tasks, using well developed professional knowledge and skills to deliver on work that impacts the whole business function. Set objectives and coach employees in pursuit of those objectives, appraisal of performance relative to objectives and determination of reward outcomes If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L - Listen and be authentic, E - Energise and inspire, A - Align across the enterprise, D - Develop others. OR for an individual contributor, they will lead collaborative assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will identify new directions for assignments and/ or projects, identifying a combination of cross functional methodologies or practices to meet required outcomes. Consult on complex issues; providing advice to People Leaders to support the resolution of escalated issues. Identify ways to mitigate risk and developing new policies/procedures in support of the control and governance agenda. Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work done. Perform work that is closely related to that of other areas, which requires understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function. Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategy. Engage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information, internal and external sources such as procedures and practises (in other areas, teams, companies, etc).to solve problems creatively and effectively. Communicate complex information. 'Complex' information could include sensitive information or information that is difficult to communicate because of its content or its audience. Influence or convince stakeholders to achieve outcomes. All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship - our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset - to Empower, Challenge and Drive - the operating manual for how we behave. Investment
12/12/2025
Full time
Join us as a PostgreSQL SRE at Barclays where you'll effectively monitor and maintain the bank's critical technology infrastructure and resolve more complex technical issues, whilst minimizing disruption to operations. In this role you will assume a key technical leadership role. You will shape the direction of our database administration, ensuring our technological approaches are innovative and aligned with the Bank's business goals. To be successful as a PostgreSQL SRE, you should have: Experience as a Database Administrator, with a focus on PostgreSQL and similar database technologies such as Oracle or MS-SQL. A background in implementing and leading SRE practices across large organizations or complex teams. Hands-on experience on Containers and Kubernetes Experience with DevOps automation tools such as Code versioning (git), JIRA, Ansible, database CI/CD tools and their implementation. Some other highly valued skills may include: Expertise with scripting languages (e.g. PowerShell, Python, Bash) for automation/migration tasks Experience of working on Data migration tools and software's Expertise in system configuration management tools such as Chef, Ansible for database server configurations. You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills This role can be based in our London, Knutsford or Glasgow locations. Purpose of the role To apply software engineering techniques, automation, and best practices in incident response, to ensure the reliability, availability, and scalability of the systems, platforms, and technology through them. Accountabilities Availability, performance, and scalability of systems and services through proactive monitoring, maintenance, and capacity planning. Resolution, analysis and response to system outages and disruptions, and implement measures to prevent similar incidents from recurring. Development of tools and scripts to automate operational processes, reducing manual workload, increasing efficiency, and improving system resilience. Monitoring and optimisation of system performance and resource usage, identify and address bottlenecks, and implement best practices for performance tuning. Collaboration with development teams to integrate best practices for reliability, scalability, and performance into the software development lifecycle, and work closely with other teams to ensure smooth and efficient operations. Stay informed of industry technology trends and innovations, and actively contribute to the organization's technology communities to foster a culture of technical excellence and growth. Assistant Vice President Expectations To advise and influence decision making, contribute to policy development and take responsibility for operational effectiveness. Collaborate closely with other functions/ business divisions. Lead a team performing complex tasks, using well developed professional knowledge and skills to deliver on work that impacts the whole business function. Set objectives and coach employees in pursuit of those objectives, appraisal of performance relative to objectives and determination of reward outcomes If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L - Listen and be authentic, E - Energise and inspire, A - Align across the enterprise, D - Develop others. OR for an individual contributor, they will lead collaborative assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will identify new directions for assignments and/ or projects, identifying a combination of cross functional methodologies or practices to meet required outcomes. Consult on complex issues; providing advice to People Leaders to support the resolution of escalated issues. Identify ways to mitigate risk and developing new policies/procedures in support of the control and governance agenda. Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work done. Perform work that is closely related to that of other areas, which requires understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function. Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategy. Engage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information, internal and external sources such as procedures and practises (in other areas, teams, companies, etc).to solve problems creatively and effectively. Communicate complex information. 'Complex' information could include sensitive information or information that is difficult to communicate because of its content or its audience. Influence or convince stakeholders to achieve outcomes. All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship - our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset - to Empower, Challenge and Drive - the operating manual for how we behave. Investment
Based at: Waltham Abbey, EN9 1AS Reports to: Integrated Services Managers Full time Office based Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pm £28,000 per annum, plus company benefits and annual team bonus . The Integrated Services Executive role involves building and maintaining relationships with key business executives, addressing client queries, managing stock levels, and following established business processes. Successful candidates will possess strong administrative and organizational skills, with the ability to handle a range of tasks from composing professional emails to effectively communicating with employees, managers, and customers. In addition, the Integrated Services Executive will play a key role in resolving issues that arise throughout the process and ensuring that all teams involved meet and maintain Service Level Agreements, ensuring smooth and timely execution of tasks and client satisfaction. Responsibilities: Manage and navigate multiple databases and systems, including client-specific systems. Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with customers through proactive communication and dependable service. To coordinate with clients to forecast demand and confirm orders in a timely and accurate manner. Prepare and manage outbound shipments from initiation through to delivery, ensuring all customer requirements and timelines are met as well as monitoring all shipments in transit, proactively addressing delays or issues and keeping customers informed throughout the process. Monitor and manage stock levels across locations, taking action to move or repurpose obsolete or excess inventory. To support cross functional activities to drive solutions across departments. Regularly update and maintain high-quality data in activity reports (Excel) and generate various weekly and monthly reports. Respond to customer support inquiries via phone and communicate with customers effectively. Collaborate with the client s team to provide them with up-to-date information and support. Maintain and prepare status reports and revise process handbooks as needed. Administrator Skills: Great communication skills both written and verbal Due diligence and attention to detail Good conflict management Prioritisation and problem-solving skills Proactive decision-making Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements: Previous experience in a Customer Care role is essential. Proficient levels of Excel, Word, and Outlook skills are required. Prior experience in an administrative role is preferred.
11/12/2025
Full time
Based at: Waltham Abbey, EN9 1AS Reports to: Integrated Services Managers Full time Office based Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pm £28,000 per annum, plus company benefits and annual team bonus . The Integrated Services Executive role involves building and maintaining relationships with key business executives, addressing client queries, managing stock levels, and following established business processes. Successful candidates will possess strong administrative and organizational skills, with the ability to handle a range of tasks from composing professional emails to effectively communicating with employees, managers, and customers. In addition, the Integrated Services Executive will play a key role in resolving issues that arise throughout the process and ensuring that all teams involved meet and maintain Service Level Agreements, ensuring smooth and timely execution of tasks and client satisfaction. Responsibilities: Manage and navigate multiple databases and systems, including client-specific systems. Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with customers through proactive communication and dependable service. To coordinate with clients to forecast demand and confirm orders in a timely and accurate manner. Prepare and manage outbound shipments from initiation through to delivery, ensuring all customer requirements and timelines are met as well as monitoring all shipments in transit, proactively addressing delays or issues and keeping customers informed throughout the process. Monitor and manage stock levels across locations, taking action to move or repurpose obsolete or excess inventory. To support cross functional activities to drive solutions across departments. Regularly update and maintain high-quality data in activity reports (Excel) and generate various weekly and monthly reports. Respond to customer support inquiries via phone and communicate with customers effectively. Collaborate with the client s team to provide them with up-to-date information and support. Maintain and prepare status reports and revise process handbooks as needed. Administrator Skills: Great communication skills both written and verbal Due diligence and attention to detail Good conflict management Prioritisation and problem-solving skills Proactive decision-making Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements: Previous experience in a Customer Care role is essential. Proficient levels of Excel, Word, and Outlook skills are required. Prior experience in an administrative role is preferred.
Data Analyst Hours: 40 hours per week Pay Rate: £15 per hour Training: Full training provided A temporary opportunity is available for a detail-oriented Data Administrator to support a short-term project. This is an initial 3-month contract. The successful candidate will work with an Engineering database to extract, analyse, and organise information. They will be responsible for creating a searchable, macro-driven Excel database tailored to the needs of the project. Full training and guidance will be provided. Key Responsibilities Interrogate and extract data from an existing Engineering database Collate, cleanse, and validate data to ensure accuracy and consistency Structure information into a user-friendly Excel database Build and maintain Excel-based tools, including searchable features, macros, and automated functions Identify data gaps, discrepancies, and trends, and flag issues where necessary Prepare clear data summaries, lists, and supporting documentation Maintain organised records and ensure data is stored in line with internal processes Support general administrative tasks related to data management Assist in improving data workflows and suggesting enhancements where beneficial Liaise with internal team members to clarify data requirements and ensure accurate outputs Ideal Candidate Strong Excel skills, including experience with macros and data manipulation High attention to detail and data accuracy Good organisational and time-management abilities Analytical mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving Comfortable following technical guidance and working independently If this sounds like the perfect role for you then please submit your CV. This vacancy is being handled by Aspire Recruitment. Please be aware we receive a high volume of applications and regularly receive applications from candidates who exceed the job credentials. We will only contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. Should you apply for this role, we will process your data as detailed in our Privacy Policy and by applying for this opportunity I agree that Aspire Recruitment will keep me informed about potential employment opportunities regularly and that I can choose to opt out of receiving information at any time.
10/12/2025
Full time
Data Analyst Hours: 40 hours per week Pay Rate: £15 per hour Training: Full training provided A temporary opportunity is available for a detail-oriented Data Administrator to support a short-term project. This is an initial 3-month contract. The successful candidate will work with an Engineering database to extract, analyse, and organise information. They will be responsible for creating a searchable, macro-driven Excel database tailored to the needs of the project. Full training and guidance will be provided. Key Responsibilities Interrogate and extract data from an existing Engineering database Collate, cleanse, and validate data to ensure accuracy and consistency Structure information into a user-friendly Excel database Build and maintain Excel-based tools, including searchable features, macros, and automated functions Identify data gaps, discrepancies, and trends, and flag issues where necessary Prepare clear data summaries, lists, and supporting documentation Maintain organised records and ensure data is stored in line with internal processes Support general administrative tasks related to data management Assist in improving data workflows and suggesting enhancements where beneficial Liaise with internal team members to clarify data requirements and ensure accurate outputs Ideal Candidate Strong Excel skills, including experience with macros and data manipulation High attention to detail and data accuracy Good organisational and time-management abilities Analytical mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving Comfortable following technical guidance and working independently If this sounds like the perfect role for you then please submit your CV. This vacancy is being handled by Aspire Recruitment. Please be aware we receive a high volume of applications and regularly receive applications from candidates who exceed the job credentials. We will only contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. Should you apply for this role, we will process your data as detailed in our Privacy Policy and by applying for this opportunity I agree that Aspire Recruitment will keep me informed about potential employment opportunities regularly and that I can choose to opt out of receiving information at any time.
ServiceNow Architect Whitehall Resources are currently looking for a ServiceNow Architect based in Warwickshire for an initial 3 month contract. *INSIDE IR35.* Preferred Requirements: ServiceNow System Administrator Certification ServiceNow Implementation Specialist Certification Experience working with ServiceNow domains Primary Responsibilities include: Work very closely with ITMS Process Architect, Customer personnel, Business Analyst, IT support team and other technical team to ensure that business needs around implementation of Service now platform re in a controlled and predictive manner. Create technical architecture, design and user guide documentation Gather requirements, design, develop, and maintain application integration with any third-party applications Provides external client-facing consulting services within a technology-focused practice (eg Data/Database, Security, Network, Product, and Technical Architecture). Meets personal utilization and revenue goals through strong delivery ability and relevant skillsets. Communicates in formal presentation settings including proposal orals, client workshops and regional internal events; develops proposal sect ions, methodology work products and formal written deliverables covering area(s) of expertise. Design, develop, and maintain custom code for all ServiceNow modules Demonstrated knowledge of core ITIL processes (CMDB, Incident, Problem, and Change) Hands on experience on modules like ITSM, ITOM, ITBM, Service Portal and Scoped applications Supporting the iterative configuration of the HRSD application, engage stakeholders to conduct reviews through joint design sessions Experience with Agile/SCRUM project management methodologies Experience with AJAX, Jelly, or PERL Scripting Strong process management & project management skills Experience in BCM module Experience in TPRM module Mandatory Skills: ServiceNow - SaaS All of our opportunities require that applicants are eligible to work in the specified country/location, unless otherwise stated in the job description. Whitehall Resources are an equal opportunities employer who value a diverse and inclusive working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.
10/12/2025
Contractor
ServiceNow Architect Whitehall Resources are currently looking for a ServiceNow Architect based in Warwickshire for an initial 3 month contract. *INSIDE IR35.* Preferred Requirements: ServiceNow System Administrator Certification ServiceNow Implementation Specialist Certification Experience working with ServiceNow domains Primary Responsibilities include: Work very closely with ITMS Process Architect, Customer personnel, Business Analyst, IT support team and other technical team to ensure that business needs around implementation of Service now platform re in a controlled and predictive manner. Create technical architecture, design and user guide documentation Gather requirements, design, develop, and maintain application integration with any third-party applications Provides external client-facing consulting services within a technology-focused practice (eg Data/Database, Security, Network, Product, and Technical Architecture). Meets personal utilization and revenue goals through strong delivery ability and relevant skillsets. Communicates in formal presentation settings including proposal orals, client workshops and regional internal events; develops proposal sect ions, methodology work products and formal written deliverables covering area(s) of expertise. Design, develop, and maintain custom code for all ServiceNow modules Demonstrated knowledge of core ITIL processes (CMDB, Incident, Problem, and Change) Hands on experience on modules like ITSM, ITOM, ITBM, Service Portal and Scoped applications Supporting the iterative configuration of the HRSD application, engage stakeholders to conduct reviews through joint design sessions Experience with Agile/SCRUM project management methodologies Experience with AJAX, Jelly, or PERL Scripting Strong process management & project management skills Experience in BCM module Experience in TPRM module Mandatory Skills: ServiceNow - SaaS All of our opportunities require that applicants are eligible to work in the specified country/location, unless otherwise stated in the job description. Whitehall Resources are an equal opportunities employer who value a diverse and inclusive working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.
Senior MySQL Database Administrator (DBA) Remote working Cloud SQL (MySQL), BigQuery, GCP Salary circa 75k plus benefits and equity Are you ready to join a fast-growing, profitable scale-up that's shaking up the industry? Our client is building a global digital marketplace with a mission to disrupt the sector. They've been busy throughout the year and have effectively doubled their tech team. They need passionate, motivated individuals to join their journey! The Role - As the Senior Database Administrator in the team, you'll oversee the end-to-end management and support of MySQL servers and databases, ensuring they meet high standards and support critical projects. This role requires expertise in design and query optimization to achieve scalable systems, and a track record of administering, supporting, and building databases in high-stakes, production environments. Key Responsibilities - Database Design & Capacity Management, Database Maintenance & Monitoring, Disaster Recovery, Performance Optimization, Security & Compliance, Automation & Upgrades, Data Analysis. Required Skills and Experience - Essential - sound commercial experience of MySQL databases Operating Systems: Linux, Ubuntu, Windows Languages: Shell, T-SQL, PL/SQL. Cloud Experience (GCP or AWS) Desirable Skills - Web application experience, RabbitMQ, Jenkins, Spanner. Databases: Couchbase, NoSQL. Why Join? This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in a team that's transforming the industry. You'll be working with leading-edge technology, in a supportive, collaborative culture that values innovation and growth. If you're a proactive, experienced MySQL DBA eager to make an impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you! Please send your CV to (url removed) Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
09/12/2025
Full time
Senior MySQL Database Administrator (DBA) Remote working Cloud SQL (MySQL), BigQuery, GCP Salary circa 75k plus benefits and equity Are you ready to join a fast-growing, profitable scale-up that's shaking up the industry? Our client is building a global digital marketplace with a mission to disrupt the sector. They've been busy throughout the year and have effectively doubled their tech team. They need passionate, motivated individuals to join their journey! The Role - As the Senior Database Administrator in the team, you'll oversee the end-to-end management and support of MySQL servers and databases, ensuring they meet high standards and support critical projects. This role requires expertise in design and query optimization to achieve scalable systems, and a track record of administering, supporting, and building databases in high-stakes, production environments. Key Responsibilities - Database Design & Capacity Management, Database Maintenance & Monitoring, Disaster Recovery, Performance Optimization, Security & Compliance, Automation & Upgrades, Data Analysis. Required Skills and Experience - Essential - sound commercial experience of MySQL databases Operating Systems: Linux, Ubuntu, Windows Languages: Shell, T-SQL, PL/SQL. Cloud Experience (GCP or AWS) Desirable Skills - Web application experience, RabbitMQ, Jenkins, Spanner. Databases: Couchbase, NoSQL. Why Join? This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in a team that's transforming the industry. You'll be working with leading-edge technology, in a supportive, collaborative culture that values innovation and growth. If you're a proactive, experienced MySQL DBA eager to make an impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you! Please send your CV to (url removed) Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Office 365 Migration, Assessment, Implementation and Consulting experience with large scale migrations to Microsoft Office 365. Experience with and/or deep understanding of Microsoft collaboration stack including Office 365, Exchange, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint Online. Experience in performing and leading Office 365 migrations for multiple large and small customer Experience in creation of SharePoint sites and associated data migration Experience with PowerShell, PowerShell Workflow and troubleshooting PowerShell ISE Experience in Proofpoint or similar Email security solution implementation/migration Knowledge of IT security risks. Work with various stakeholders to make sure that the client's policies & configurations always up to date and are implemented Coordinate with the Unified Communications and Directory Services teams as needed Prepare technical documentation and implementation guides as needed to support the O365 environment. Implement O365 and Create HLD/LLD documentations Working knowledge of following technologies: Microsoft Identify Manager, Forefront Identity Manager and/or 3rd party Identity Solutions. Identity Management (Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Identity Manager/FIM) O365, Exchange and Exchange Online. Good to have Service Management Automation (SMA) and/or Windows Azure Pack (WAP) or Azure Stack. Required industry experience: Office 365 architect requires prior Office 365 mailbox, sharepoint, onedrive, MS teams data migration experience, scheduling migration batches and process management. Knowledge of several of the following areas: infrastructure solutions (especially Microsoft), cloud technologies, networking, data center operations, platform migration and enterprise directories. Knowledge of operation management, systems security, testing, databases and mobility considerations. Must Have's: Education: Bachelor's degree in equivalent industry experience Successfully implemented/supported Office 365 and supporting identity technologies. Expertise in the Office 365 platform and all O365 technologies - Email, SharePoint, OneDrive, MS Teams O365/Hybrid Exchange Migrations, Email Gateway migrations, M365 License optimization Expertise in using Migration tools like Quest, Sharegate etc. Understanding of Identity Management Solutions aligned to Office 365 including Azure AD, Azure AD Connect and AD FS Extensive experience in O365 suite of services management and transformation project (management, assessments, migrations, consolidations projects, etc.) Focused on continuous service improvements of customer's O365 landscape Experience with using IT service management tools (eg; ServiceNow) Excellent communication, organization and writing skills are required Microsoft 365 Identity and services, Microsoft 365 Mobility & security certifications Knowledge of Windows Server, MS Exchange and Office 365 solutions Good to Have: Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert ITIL knowledge of V3 Experience in designing and implementing automation scripts. Note: 3 days at office is mandate/Monday and Friday is work from home
09/12/2025
Full time
Office 365 Migration, Assessment, Implementation and Consulting experience with large scale migrations to Microsoft Office 365. Experience with and/or deep understanding of Microsoft collaboration stack including Office 365, Exchange, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint Online. Experience in performing and leading Office 365 migrations for multiple large and small customer Experience in creation of SharePoint sites and associated data migration Experience with PowerShell, PowerShell Workflow and troubleshooting PowerShell ISE Experience in Proofpoint or similar Email security solution implementation/migration Knowledge of IT security risks. Work with various stakeholders to make sure that the client's policies & configurations always up to date and are implemented Coordinate with the Unified Communications and Directory Services teams as needed Prepare technical documentation and implementation guides as needed to support the O365 environment. Implement O365 and Create HLD/LLD documentations Working knowledge of following technologies: Microsoft Identify Manager, Forefront Identity Manager and/or 3rd party Identity Solutions. Identity Management (Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Identity Manager/FIM) O365, Exchange and Exchange Online. Good to have Service Management Automation (SMA) and/or Windows Azure Pack (WAP) or Azure Stack. Required industry experience: Office 365 architect requires prior Office 365 mailbox, sharepoint, onedrive, MS teams data migration experience, scheduling migration batches and process management. Knowledge of several of the following areas: infrastructure solutions (especially Microsoft), cloud technologies, networking, data center operations, platform migration and enterprise directories. Knowledge of operation management, systems security, testing, databases and mobility considerations. Must Have's: Education: Bachelor's degree in equivalent industry experience Successfully implemented/supported Office 365 and supporting identity technologies. Expertise in the Office 365 platform and all O365 technologies - Email, SharePoint, OneDrive, MS Teams O365/Hybrid Exchange Migrations, Email Gateway migrations, M365 License optimization Expertise in using Migration tools like Quest, Sharegate etc. Understanding of Identity Management Solutions aligned to Office 365 including Azure AD, Azure AD Connect and AD FS Extensive experience in O365 suite of services management and transformation project (management, assessments, migrations, consolidations projects, etc.) Focused on continuous service improvements of customer's O365 landscape Experience with using IT service management tools (eg; ServiceNow) Excellent communication, organization and writing skills are required Microsoft 365 Identity and services, Microsoft 365 Mobility & security certifications Knowledge of Windows Server, MS Exchange and Office 365 solutions Good to Have: Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert ITIL knowledge of V3 Experience in designing and implementing automation scripts. Note: 3 days at office is mandate/Monday and Friday is work from home
Linux Systems Administrator - Intermediate - Financial/Banking Working in a busy and vibrant Financial/Banking environment, candidates will have a minimum of 2+ years Red Hat Linux systems Administration with some Scripting - Bash/Python - and ideally some SQL/Database knowledge. Job Overview You will be providing 1st, 2nd & 3rd line Linux technical support, troubleshooting, and maintenance for Linux-based systems and requires excellent problem-solving abilities, and a customer-centric attitude. You will work closely with highly technical internal teams and end-users to ensure the smooth operation of Linux-based Servers and systems. This is a key role with huge scope to learn new skills. Responsibilities and Duties Monitor and support live trading platforms during operational hours. Participate in a support rota of early/late shifts supporting exchange hours 7am - 6.30pm to provide 1st and 2nd line support for IT infrastructure. Responsible to log, categorise, and prioritise IT or security alerts to resolution or triage and escalate as necessary. Manage and respond to queries/tickets sent to the infrastructure team from both internal teams or external clients. Assist in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of Linux-based Servers and systems. Perform regular system updates, patches, and upgrades to ensure systems are secure and up-to-date. Responsible for implementing out of hours changes. Assist with the on-boarding of new platforms and undertake final support signoff. Assist in the administration of logging and alerting services (Nagios, SolarWinds, etc). Assist the Linux or DevOps team with projects as appropriate. Identify where we can improve processes and highlight where potential automation improvements can be made. Ensure that all policies, procedures, and documentation are kept up to date. Out-of-hour's work will be required on occasion, including ad-hoc datacentre visits. Required Skills/Experience 2+ years working in a Red Hat Linux environment troubleshooting Linux Servers and applications. RHCSA or similar is advantageous but not required. Solid understanding of Linux operating systems (file system, best practices in terms of permissions management, management of system logs, services, performance monitoring, systems life cycle etc.) Experience monitoring/optimising system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions to enhance overall efficiency. Experience with virtualisation technologies (eg VMware) Knowledge and experience of application delivery technologies such as TCP/IP, LAN networking (DNS, HTTP(S), Web Sockets, SFTP). Prior experience using a ticketing system within a helpdesk environment. Experience using and/or administering IT monitoring systems such as Nagios or SolarWinds. Experience with Version Control System (git) desirable. Scripting on Linux systems bash/python desirable. Cloud experience a bonus. SQL database experience a bonus. Strong analytical and organizational skills, with passionate attention to detail and a willingness to learn new skills.
08/12/2025
Full time
Linux Systems Administrator - Intermediate - Financial/Banking Working in a busy and vibrant Financial/Banking environment, candidates will have a minimum of 2+ years Red Hat Linux systems Administration with some Scripting - Bash/Python - and ideally some SQL/Database knowledge. Job Overview You will be providing 1st, 2nd & 3rd line Linux technical support, troubleshooting, and maintenance for Linux-based systems and requires excellent problem-solving abilities, and a customer-centric attitude. You will work closely with highly technical internal teams and end-users to ensure the smooth operation of Linux-based Servers and systems. This is a key role with huge scope to learn new skills. Responsibilities and Duties Monitor and support live trading platforms during operational hours. Participate in a support rota of early/late shifts supporting exchange hours 7am - 6.30pm to provide 1st and 2nd line support for IT infrastructure. Responsible to log, categorise, and prioritise IT or security alerts to resolution or triage and escalate as necessary. Manage and respond to queries/tickets sent to the infrastructure team from both internal teams or external clients. Assist in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of Linux-based Servers and systems. Perform regular system updates, patches, and upgrades to ensure systems are secure and up-to-date. Responsible for implementing out of hours changes. Assist with the on-boarding of new platforms and undertake final support signoff. Assist in the administration of logging and alerting services (Nagios, SolarWinds, etc). Assist the Linux or DevOps team with projects as appropriate. Identify where we can improve processes and highlight where potential automation improvements can be made. Ensure that all policies, procedures, and documentation are kept up to date. Out-of-hour's work will be required on occasion, including ad-hoc datacentre visits. Required Skills/Experience 2+ years working in a Red Hat Linux environment troubleshooting Linux Servers and applications. RHCSA or similar is advantageous but not required. Solid understanding of Linux operating systems (file system, best practices in terms of permissions management, management of system logs, services, performance monitoring, systems life cycle etc.) Experience monitoring/optimising system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions to enhance overall efficiency. Experience with virtualisation technologies (eg VMware) Knowledge and experience of application delivery technologies such as TCP/IP, LAN networking (DNS, HTTP(S), Web Sockets, SFTP). Prior experience using a ticketing system within a helpdesk environment. Experience using and/or administering IT monitoring systems such as Nagios or SolarWinds. Experience with Version Control System (git) desirable. Scripting on Linux systems bash/python desirable. Cloud experience a bonus. SQL database experience a bonus. Strong analytical and organizational skills, with passionate attention to detail and a willingness to learn new skills.
IT Systems Administrator Basildon Up to £28,000 Mon Fri, 08 45 Permanent Are you a tech-savvy problem solver who thrives in a dynamic, client focused environment? Do you enjoy working across a variety of systems and aren't afraid to roll up your sleeves and dig into exciting projects? If you're nodding yes, we ve got the perfect role for you! We are on the lookout for a driven and proactive IT Systems Administrator to join a passionate, fast moving team. You will be the go to person for all things database, software, and client support playing a key role in helping systems run like a dream. Duties: Provide high quality technical and user support for our company s database systems (web and mobile platforms) Log, track, and manage support requests, escalating to third-party developers where appropriate Coordinate and oversee new system developments and enhancements Draft clear system design specifications for development work Communicate updates, improvements, and changes to clients in a clear and timely manner Creating user guides, help documents and video tutorials to keep things simple for end users Building new database sites using pre-designed smart templates Skills Required: Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) Experience using Office 365, particularly Word and Excel Working knowledge of SharePoint (essential) High attention to detail and accuracy Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team Experience working with data (e.g., cleaning, importing/exporting in Excel) An enthusiastic approach to learning new systems and tools Understanding of GDPR (desirable, but training can be provided) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Position Area: Basildon, Essex Salary: Up to £28,000 PA Hours: Monday Friday 8 45 Don t hang around roles like this don t stay open for long! Call Julie or Aimee at One to One Personnel on (phone number removed) Or fire over your CV to (url removed) or (url removed) Let s make your next move the best one yet!
05/12/2025
Full time
IT Systems Administrator Basildon Up to £28,000 Mon Fri, 08 45 Permanent Are you a tech-savvy problem solver who thrives in a dynamic, client focused environment? Do you enjoy working across a variety of systems and aren't afraid to roll up your sleeves and dig into exciting projects? If you're nodding yes, we ve got the perfect role for you! We are on the lookout for a driven and proactive IT Systems Administrator to join a passionate, fast moving team. You will be the go to person for all things database, software, and client support playing a key role in helping systems run like a dream. Duties: Provide high quality technical and user support for our company s database systems (web and mobile platforms) Log, track, and manage support requests, escalating to third-party developers where appropriate Coordinate and oversee new system developments and enhancements Draft clear system design specifications for development work Communicate updates, improvements, and changes to clients in a clear and timely manner Creating user guides, help documents and video tutorials to keep things simple for end users Building new database sites using pre-designed smart templates Skills Required: Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) Experience using Office 365, particularly Word and Excel Working knowledge of SharePoint (essential) High attention to detail and accuracy Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team Experience working with data (e.g., cleaning, importing/exporting in Excel) An enthusiastic approach to learning new systems and tools Understanding of GDPR (desirable, but training can be provided) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Position Area: Basildon, Essex Salary: Up to £28,000 PA Hours: Monday Friday 8 45 Don t hang around roles like this don t stay open for long! Call Julie or Aimee at One to One Personnel on (phone number removed) Or fire over your CV to (url removed) or (url removed) Let s make your next move the best one yet!
PostgreSQL DBA Location: London (Vauxhall) or North Bristol Onsite Days: 2 to 3 days a week onsite initially Rate: 620 to 728 per day based on an 8 hour day (Umbrella, inside IR35) Security clearance: Must hold live and transferrable SC and be eligible for enhanced SC Start date subject to transfer of SC with enhanced SC in progress Are you driven to work with cutting-edge technology and motivated to solve complex, meaningful challenges? This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist team supporting UK National Security customers. Your work will help deliver secure, resilient systems that directly contribute to protecting the nation. About the Opportunity Are you driven to work with cutting-edge technology and motivated to solve complex, meaningful challenges? This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist team supporting UK National Security customers. Your work will help deliver secure, resilient systems that directly contribute to protecting the nation. Key Responsibilities We are seeking an experienced PostgreSQL DBA with strong DBA expertise, particularly in PostgreSQL, to work within a T2 environment. You will be responsible will include but not limited to: Design and deploy a new instance of PostgreSQL. Administer and maintain the current Postgres environment, including: Storage management Query optimisation General DBA duties Collaborate with development teams to optimise Postgres usage, including: Supporting query optimisation Ensuring performance and reliability across applications Ideal Candidate Strong hands-on experience as a DBA within complex environments. Deep expertise with PostgreSQL administration and optimisation. Comfortable working within DevOps teams and supporting developers.
27/11/2025
Contractor
PostgreSQL DBA Location: London (Vauxhall) or North Bristol Onsite Days: 2 to 3 days a week onsite initially Rate: 620 to 728 per day based on an 8 hour day (Umbrella, inside IR35) Security clearance: Must hold live and transferrable SC and be eligible for enhanced SC Start date subject to transfer of SC with enhanced SC in progress Are you driven to work with cutting-edge technology and motivated to solve complex, meaningful challenges? This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist team supporting UK National Security customers. Your work will help deliver secure, resilient systems that directly contribute to protecting the nation. About the Opportunity Are you driven to work with cutting-edge technology and motivated to solve complex, meaningful challenges? This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist team supporting UK National Security customers. Your work will help deliver secure, resilient systems that directly contribute to protecting the nation. Key Responsibilities We are seeking an experienced PostgreSQL DBA with strong DBA expertise, particularly in PostgreSQL, to work within a T2 environment. You will be responsible will include but not limited to: Design and deploy a new instance of PostgreSQL. Administer and maintain the current Postgres environment, including: Storage management Query optimisation General DBA duties Collaborate with development teams to optimise Postgres usage, including: Supporting query optimisation Ensuring performance and reliability across applications Ideal Candidate Strong hands-on experience as a DBA within complex environments. Deep expertise with PostgreSQL administration and optimisation. Comfortable working within DevOps teams and supporting developers.
SQL Database Administrator (DBA) Overview The SQL DBA will be responsible for ensuring reliability, efficiency, and security of critical databases and applications. Involves collaboration with stakeholders, influencing database design, and supporting business continuity and disaster recovery strategies. Key Responsibilities Maintain and support critical systems and applications. Influence database architecture for efficiency and reliability. Design and implement database solutions, integrations, and data extracts. Support data analytics and reporting needs. Advise on performance tuning for internal and external systems. Contribute to backup and disaster recovery strategies. Provide third-line support for incidents and requests. Communicate with suppliers and vendors for issue resolution and upgrades. Test applications and upgrades for functionality and performance. Document processes and create support guides. Collaborate on security best practices. Required Experience Proven experience managing technical/support teams in high-pressure environments. Expertise in Microsoft SQL Server (On-Premises and Azure variants). Database management focusing on security, performance, scaling, and cost optimization. Backup strategies, integrity checks, and index maintenance. Custom integrations using T-SQL, functions, and stored procedures. Performance troubleshooting using Blocking, Caching, Wait Statistics, Extended Events, and Query Store. Power BI dataset analysis. Data ingestion into Microsoft Fabric using Azure Data Factory. In accordance with the Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, this position is advertised based upon DGH Recruitment Limited having first sought approval of its client to find candidates for this position. DGH Recruitment Limited acts as both an Employment Agency and Employment Business
27/11/2025
Full time
SQL Database Administrator (DBA) Overview The SQL DBA will be responsible for ensuring reliability, efficiency, and security of critical databases and applications. Involves collaboration with stakeholders, influencing database design, and supporting business continuity and disaster recovery strategies. Key Responsibilities Maintain and support critical systems and applications. Influence database architecture for efficiency and reliability. Design and implement database solutions, integrations, and data extracts. Support data analytics and reporting needs. Advise on performance tuning for internal and external systems. Contribute to backup and disaster recovery strategies. Provide third-line support for incidents and requests. Communicate with suppliers and vendors for issue resolution and upgrades. Test applications and upgrades for functionality and performance. Document processes and create support guides. Collaborate on security best practices. Required Experience Proven experience managing technical/support teams in high-pressure environments. Expertise in Microsoft SQL Server (On-Premises and Azure variants). Database management focusing on security, performance, scaling, and cost optimization. Backup strategies, integrity checks, and index maintenance. Custom integrations using T-SQL, functions, and stored procedures. Performance troubleshooting using Blocking, Caching, Wait Statistics, Extended Events, and Query Store. Power BI dataset analysis. Data ingestion into Microsoft Fabric using Azure Data Factory. In accordance with the Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, this position is advertised based upon DGH Recruitment Limited having first sought approval of its client to find candidates for this position. DGH Recruitment Limited acts as both an Employment Agency and Employment Business
Global bank based in Canary Wharf. Role - C# Developer - Desktop Applications Duration - 6 months with likely extension Rate - 415 p/d (inside IR35) Location - Hybrid / Canary Wharf Tech Stack C# WPF Winforms SQL Oracle Tasks Tasks range from understanding business requirements, designing application structures, business data analysis, programming WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) applications in Visual C#.NET on both Oracle and SQL Server database, testing with users, implementation through Development, Quality Assurance (QA), Production and Disaster Recovery environments. Supporting users and writing operation documents including User Helps (manuals) will also be required. As well as application development, this role will also include all aspects of system constructions and support for existing programmes which are written as WinForms (C#.NET) applications. Also, applications written in other languages like MS VBA for Excel and Access, MS VB and MS Excel Macros will also be required. Additional Tasks Defining Database objects required in systems to connect with SQL and Oracle Database Administrators in both London and New York. Providing script for database inquiry languages, i.e., T-SQL (SQL Server) and PL/SQL (Oracle) to perform data analysis based on requirements from business parties. Setting up a system distribution method to Citrix and application servers for both Web and Window applications. Troubleshooting systems in an event of failure and implementing necessary solutions by checking Windows Operating System, Internet Information Server and any other relevant environments where the applications are running. In some case this role will act to liaise with other application support team staff. Following the existing team programming policy to keep a common development style to be shared in team members. Updating versions of MS .Net Framework and MS Visual .NET platform to include any necessary changes of existing systems running in Production. Liaising with the relevant support teams such as other Development sections, Technical Support, Network and Infrastructure and DBA where Business users experience system problems. Assessing the impact of data processing loads on SQL and Oracle database and, when appropriate, finding alternative approaches. Rolling out changes with a coordination of Release manager. It is important to maintain the change history of applications GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
21/11/2025
Contractor
Global bank based in Canary Wharf. Role - C# Developer - Desktop Applications Duration - 6 months with likely extension Rate - 415 p/d (inside IR35) Location - Hybrid / Canary Wharf Tech Stack C# WPF Winforms SQL Oracle Tasks Tasks range from understanding business requirements, designing application structures, business data analysis, programming WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) applications in Visual C#.NET on both Oracle and SQL Server database, testing with users, implementation through Development, Quality Assurance (QA), Production and Disaster Recovery environments. Supporting users and writing operation documents including User Helps (manuals) will also be required. As well as application development, this role will also include all aspects of system constructions and support for existing programmes which are written as WinForms (C#.NET) applications. Also, applications written in other languages like MS VBA for Excel and Access, MS VB and MS Excel Macros will also be required. Additional Tasks Defining Database objects required in systems to connect with SQL and Oracle Database Administrators in both London and New York. Providing script for database inquiry languages, i.e., T-SQL (SQL Server) and PL/SQL (Oracle) to perform data analysis based on requirements from business parties. Setting up a system distribution method to Citrix and application servers for both Web and Window applications. Troubleshooting systems in an event of failure and implementing necessary solutions by checking Windows Operating System, Internet Information Server and any other relevant environments where the applications are running. In some case this role will act to liaise with other application support team staff. Following the existing team programming policy to keep a common development style to be shared in team members. Updating versions of MS .Net Framework and MS Visual .NET platform to include any necessary changes of existing systems running in Production. Liaising with the relevant support teams such as other Development sections, Technical Support, Network and Infrastructure and DBA where Business users experience system problems. Assessing the impact of data processing loads on SQL and Oracle database and, when appropriate, finding alternative approaches. Rolling out changes with a coordination of Release manager. It is important to maintain the change history of applications GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
LEDS - Database Administrator Clearance required: ACTIVE SC CLEARENCE NNPV is desirable Location: Croydon (Hybrid) Job Description: "Experienced Database Administrator for LEDS (SC &NPPV3 -SFIA 3/4) Ideally they would have the SC at least already, we can wait for NPPV3 Database Design & Optimisation: Ensure efficient schema design, indexing strategies, and query optimisation to support LEDS performance and scalability. Security & Compliance: Implement robust access controls, encryption, and auditing to meet security standards and Home Office compliance requirements. Backup & Recovery: Develop and maintain automated backup routines and disaster recovery plans to guarantee data integrity and availability. Performance Monitoring: Use PostgreSQL tools and monitoring solutions to proactively identify and resolve bottlenecks. Patch Management & Upgrades: Ensure managed AWS Postgres instances are at an appropriate patched version" 'This role requires additional vetting, which means this could take longer than our normal onboarding process. You will require additional vetting for this position, which means the process can take longer than the usual onboarding process
19/11/2025
Contractor
LEDS - Database Administrator Clearance required: ACTIVE SC CLEARENCE NNPV is desirable Location: Croydon (Hybrid) Job Description: "Experienced Database Administrator for LEDS (SC &NPPV3 -SFIA 3/4) Ideally they would have the SC at least already, we can wait for NPPV3 Database Design & Optimisation: Ensure efficient schema design, indexing strategies, and query optimisation to support LEDS performance and scalability. Security & Compliance: Implement robust access controls, encryption, and auditing to meet security standards and Home Office compliance requirements. Backup & Recovery: Develop and maintain automated backup routines and disaster recovery plans to guarantee data integrity and availability. Performance Monitoring: Use PostgreSQL tools and monitoring solutions to proactively identify and resolve bottlenecks. Patch Management & Upgrades: Ensure managed AWS Postgres instances are at an appropriate patched version" 'This role requires additional vetting, which means this could take longer than our normal onboarding process. You will require additional vetting for this position, which means the process can take longer than the usual onboarding process
