Our name isn’t the only thing that’s unique about Leidos Australia. We’re a complex systems integration company building world-class solutions across Government and Defence. We’re trusted by our customers to deliver the most innovative answers to their most complex challenges. Seriously interesting work that benefits and safeguards every Australian.

Here in Australia, we’re agile and growing fast. Our 1,400 employees are busy building an enviable reputation for innovation and delivery. And, as part of a US-based organisation with 37,000 people and a 50 year history, we are able to draw upon world-leading technical expertise to help us provide the best solutions to our customers.

We invest in our people and promote internally, so if you’re seeking growth and/or a varied career path, then you’ve come to the right place.

 You'll form part of a highly skilled team of Database Administrators providing support and maintenance for a large enterprise environment spanning multiple locations within Australia and overseas.

The successful candidate will use their skills to enhance the design, implementation, testing and maintenance of PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL and Oracle Database

Responsibilities will include but not limited to the following:

• Install, create, configure, upgrade and monitor databases to ensure optimum performance
• Evaluate, recommend, manage and execute Database upgrades and technology enhancements as required.
• Provide support to application teams for incidents relating to Databases (PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL and Oracle Database)
• Implement monitoring and health reports that reduce and eliminate issues effecting end users
• Be process driven and take ownership of issues through to resolution
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of technical system documentation
• Work within an ITIL framework for all work related activities (Change, Incident, & Problem management)
• Ensure adherence to processes, procedures and security requirements
• Participate in the team on call roster

About You and What You'll Bring

Coupled with your education and practical experience, you will demonstrate a pro-active approach with the ability to understand the business, identify issues and develop relationships to achieve the company’s objectives.  You will also have:

• Substantial experience with the Database relevant technologies
• Experience working with Red Hat Enterprise Linux and Windows Server
• Experience in High Availability and Disaster Recovery scenarios
• Experience managing backup and restoration processes
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with other teams
• Strong communication and presentation skills. Self-motivated and engaged
• Proven experience administering, configuring and managing large scale Database environments
• Relevant certifications or Professional membership relating to PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL or Oracle Database and would be ideal

This role does require the successful applicant to be an Australian Citizen and hold a current NV-1 security clearance, with the ability obtain an NV-2 clearance in the future. 

This is a team that cares for its people, focuses on building culture, and is high-performing all while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

At Leidos, we embrace diversity and are committed to creating a truly inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, veterans, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups