SQL DBA (DV Cleared)

Reading, Berkshire · IR35 not stated · £80 – £96/hour · Contract · Posted 10 November 2026

Role: SQL DBA - DV Cleared Type: Contract (6 Months with potential extension) Location: Reading, UK Working Model: Onsite We are urgently seeking a DV Cleared SQL DBA for a business-critical, 6-month contract in…

IT
Pay rate £80 – £96/hour
Contract type Contract
Location Reading, Berkshire
Posted 10 November 2026

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Role: SQL DBA - DV Cleared
Type: Contract (6 Months with potential extension)
Location: Reading, UK
Working Model: Onsite

We are urgently seeking a DV Cleared SQL DBA for a business-critical, 6-month contract in Reading. You will take ownership of a highly secure, mixed SQL Server estate (Apply online only)), driving performance, security, and automation.

Key Requirements:

Clearance: Active UK DV Clearance (Essential).
Experience: 5+ years supporting business-critical production SQL Server environments.
Core Tech: Strong High Availability & Disaster Recovery (WSFC, Always On, clustering).
Scripting: Deep T-SQL and PowerShell (dbatools) skills for maintenance and automation.
Security & Infra: Solid grasp of DB security (TDE, CyberArk), Windows Server, Active Directory, and ITIL processes.If you are interested please apply with a copy of your CV

Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

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