Database Administrator

• 9-month contract - ASAP Start
• NV1 Security Clearance required
• Canberra - Hybrid Opportunity
• EL1 equivalent | SQL Server | PostgreSQL | AWS | Database Security

Our client, an independent Federal Government agency responsible for delivering Australia's electoral services and federal elections, is seeking an experienced Database Administrator to join a major website modernisation project.

Duties of the Database Administrator

• Design, administer and maintain database architecture, schemas, tables, views and naming conventions to ensure data integrity and accuracy;
• Apply security hardening and access controls (roles, privileges), and ensure encryption, patching and audit requirements are met;
• Test database systems and upgrades, including debugging, tracking, reproduction and resolution of issues in line with approved procedures;
• Work with developers to optimise SQL and data access patterns; contribute to solution design and data modelling discussions;
• Assist with integrations (including CMS and API‑driven services) to maintain data quality across platforms;
• Provide service support in diagnosing, resolving and repairing database‑related issues, and participate in incident and problem management processes;
• Implement and administer database documentation, guidelines, policies and procedures.

Skills and Experience Required

• Demonstrated experience administering enterprise databases (e.g. MS SQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL/MariaDB);
• Experience implementing security controls, backups, recovery and high‑availability patterns in line with governance and audit requirements;
• Strong SQL skills and experience collaborating with developers and technical teams to optimise queries and data design;
• Experience with AWS database services (e.g. RDS/Aurora, snapshots, Performance Insights) and cloud‑hosted operational patterns;
• Experience supporting web platforms or CMS technologies (Drupal desirable) and data integrations with APIs;
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated database deployment or schema management.

How to Apply

For a copy of the full job description, including the application instructions please get in touch with Jess P at the Recruitment Hive by clicking the Quick Apply button. Alternatively, you can reach Jess P on (02) 6299 1006 6299 1006) to discuss further.

Please note, applications close on Thursday, 13 August 2026 - 11:00am, Canberra time

Recruitment Hive welcome late applications to be considered for future opportunities

Job ID JP 675244 | LH-07245

We Value Diversity

The Recruitment Hive is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognise the value of diverse perspectives and experience and are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. We encourage people with disability, indigenous, veterans and people of all backgrounds and abilities to express their interest in this role.