ICT Database Analyst

Job Title: ICT Database Analyst

Location: South Wales Police Headquarters, Bridgend, Wales

Salary: £35,526 - £40,893 p/a

Job Type: Full time / Contract (2-year Fixed Term Contract)

About Us:

South Wales Police is the largest police force in Wales, serving a population of approximately 1.3 million people across an area of 2,117 square miles. We are dedicated to keeping our communities safe and secure, and we rely on cutting-edge technology to support our operations. We have recently invested heavily in our ICT department with exciting new projects and opportunities funded by significant investment. We are going through a period of significant growth and technological change, there has never been a better time to join!

About the role:

Are you eager to embark on an exciting journey in the world of database administration?

We are in search of a dedicated Database Administrator and Support Specialist Engineer to join our dynamic ICT Database team. You'll play a vital role in supporting our database infrastructure, honing your skills, and contributing to the efficiency and integrity of data that keeps South Wales Police and UK policing services running smoothly.

The Database Analyst role works in the Technical Delivery section of the ICT Department and reports to the Database Team Manager.

Our Information and Communications Technology Department (ICT) has a wide and varied range of responsibilities from 1st line service desk, 2nd line technical support to 3rd line specialist technical architect/design. ICT are also responsible for IT Security management, Service Management, Business Support and Project Management that maintain and continuously improve critical services, software, platforms, and hardware required throughout the full IT lifecycle. This underpins the delivery of secure and timely 24/7 operations for approximately 10,000 users across 100 geographical locations supporting over 20,000 computers including multiple datacentres together with the underlying network, physical and virtual (including cloud services) IT infrastructure.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Database Support: Assist in the development and maintenance of the Force's core database infrastructure, ensuring that South Wales Police operates efficiently.
• Performance Analysis: Collaborate with the team to analyse the performance of our database infrastructure and help fine-tune it for optimal functionality.
• Database Development: Contribute to the design, development, testing, and deployment of databases, gaining hands-on experience in managing complex data structures.
• Documentation: Create and maintain essential documentation for database and application processes, promoting transparency and knowledge sharing.
• Data Integrity and Security: Work diligently to ensure the integrity and security of all databases, assisting in the implementation of best practices and security measures.
• Technical Support: Provide support and assist in troubleshooting issues related to databases and applications, learning from experienced DBAs along the way.

About you:

• Educational Background: Possess a relevant degree or demonstrate equivalent skills and abilities, as you take your first steps into the world of database administration.
• Technical Knowledge: Show enthusiasm and a willingness to learn, with an understanding of core database technologies and concepts, including but not limited to:
  • Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS), with an emphasis on Microsoft SQL Server.
  • Basics of database backup, recovery, security, performance tuning, and client software configuration.
  • Capacity planning for database scaling.
• SQL Enthusiast: Display an interest in SQL databases, eager to develop your proficiency in crafting and managing queries.
• Database Administration: Although you're at the start of your journey, prior experience in database administration is a plus.
• Operational Awareness: Begin to grasp the strategic implications of effective database technologies within the organisation.

As a Database Administrator and Support Specialist Engineer, you'll be mentored by experienced professionals, gaining hands-on experience in the exciting field of database administration. Your contributions will be instrumental in maintaining the efficiency and integrity of our database infrastructure, and you'll have the opportunity to learn and grow within a supportive team environment.

Benefits:

• Training and professional development opportunities
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• 24 days Annual Leave increasing to 29 days after 5 years employment.
• Flexible working dependant of duties
• Free on-site parking
• On site fitness centre and canteen
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Wellness programmes
• SWP Diolch Vectis & Blue light Discount Card
• Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to public safety and community well-being.

Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role.

Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of Database Analyst, Data Analysis Specialist, SQL Database Analyst, Data Quality Analyst, and Database Reporting Analyst may also be considered.