Database Administrator
- Posted 08 August 2025
- LocationMilton Keynes
- Discipline Technology, Commodities and Financial Services
Job description
Database Administrator with decommissioning
Server Decommissioning Specialist
Identify and evaluate Servers for decommissioning based on operational and business requirements.
Perform comprehensive backup and migration of critical data before shutdown.
Disable associated services, applications, and scheduled tasks to ensure a clean decommissioning process.
Revoke user access and update security policies to maintain compliance and data integrity.
Unmount storage volumes, securely wipe disks, and shut down operating systems following best practices.
Ensure adherence to compliance standards and update asset management systems accordingly.
Key Skills & Competencies:
Database Administration: Proficient in managing databases with a focus on decommissioning-related requirements.
Scripting & Automation: Skilled in Shell Scripting (Bash, Python) to automate decommissioning tasks.
Storage & Data Security: Strong understanding of storage management and secure data wiping techniques.
Networking & Access Control: Knowledge of network configurations, Firewall rules, and user access protocols.
Backup & Recovery: Experience in data backup, recovery, and migration strategies.
ITIL & Compliance: Familiarity with incident management, change control processes, and compliance documentation.
If this role sounds of interest to you, apply now!