At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the implementation of Transparent Data Encryption and support SQL Server integration with Azure Key Vault.
- Company: Join a leading financial services client in the heart of London.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on experience, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Work 2-3 days a week in a collaborative team setting.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on database security in a dynamic enterprise environment.
- Qualifications: Extensive SQL Server DBA experience and strong knowledge of TDE and EKM.
The predicted salary is between 46800 - 65000 £ per year.
Our financial services client is looking for an experienced Senior SQL Server DBA to join a project focused on implementing Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) using Extensible Key Management (EKM) across a large enterprise SQL Server estate. This is a hands‑on role requiring an experienced production DBA with strong SQL Server administration, high availability and database security experience. The position is inside IR35 and requires 2–3 days per week on the client’s premises in the City of London.
Responsibilities
- Lead the implementation of Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) using Extensible Key Management (EKM)
- Configure and support SQL Server integration with Azure Key Vault/EKM providers
- Assess the impact of encryption on existing databases and applications
- Carry out performance analysis, testing and troubleshooting following TDE implementation
- Support encrypted Always On Availability Groups and disaster recovery environments
- Work closely with Infrastructure, Security, Development and Application Support teams throughout the implementation
- Produce technical documentation and provide knowledge transfer to internal teams
Qualifications
- Extensive SQL Server DBA experience supporting production environments
- Strong SQL Server 2016, 2019 and/or 2022 administration experience
- Hands‑on implementation of Transparent Data Encryption (TDE)
- Experience configuring or supporting Extensible Key Management (EKM)
- Experience integrating SQL Server with Azure Key Vault
- Always On Availability Groups, clustering, backup and recovery, and disaster recovery
- SQL Server performance tuning and troubleshooting
- Experience working within large enterprise or financial services environments
Desirable
- SQL Server migrations and upgrades
- PowerShell automation
- Azure SQL and hybrid cloud environments
- Experience with replication, log shipping or database mirroring
Applicants must be eligible to work in the specified location.
Senior SQL Server DBA employer: Axon Associates
Our financial services client offers a dynamic and supportive work environment in the heart of the City of London, making it an excellent employer for those seeking to advance their careers as a Senior SQL Server DBA. With a strong focus on employee growth, the company provides opportunities for professional development and hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies like Transparent Data Encryption and Azure Key Vault. The collaborative culture encourages teamwork across various departments, ensuring that employees are engaged and valued while working on impactful projects.
