Data Administrator (Technical)

Job Purpose

The purpose of the role is to provide data administrative support to the business across several BI platforms, while being based in an IT environment.

Main Duties

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual, with or without industry experience, who is working towards Linux Administration certification and has an interest in managing Linux-based application, such as web servers, BI applications and services, managing users and security handling desktop client application questions.

Working with the wider business and other teams in IT, you will ensure that a comprehensive and reliable support system is in place for data users. Communication is key, as is the ability to translate between data users’ requirements and the requirements of IT.

Other duties include:

• Troubleshooting of various data applications, including SAS and Teradata
• Responsibility for user administration
• Maintenance of application (including metadata and host) security and authorisation
• Liaison with the IT Support department on application issues
• Maintenance of application logging and audit
• Monitoring of data system-wide and application performance
• Responsibility for application backup and recovery

This is not a full definition of the role but covers the main aspects and drivers for success.

Behavioural Competencies

Communication

• Ensure that all communication is clear and appropriate for its intended audience
• Able to communicate with employees of all levels including senior management

Solutions Driven

• Focus on providing solutions to problems
• Continually look for ways to improve the service being provided

Challenging

• Be prepared to challenge the status quo and make suggestions for improvement
• Be willing to voice an opinion on all matters whilst being receptive to feedback

Motivation

• Able to motivate and create a positive and proactive environment for team members
• A strong focus on delivery and quality

Teamwork

• Take a proactive lead in creating a supportive team environment
• Readily be available to help support the team

Time Management

• Well organised and able to prioritise tasks
• Able to manage workload correctly with little supervision

Experience and Qualifications Required

Must have:

• Ability to diagnose network and data connectivity issues, plus a working knowledge of SQL and Unix scripting
• Knowledge of Business Intelligence applications such as MicroStrategy, SAS Business Intelligence, Pentaho, Jasper, Business Objects etc.
• Knowledge and understanding of Linux systems and Cloud technologies.
• Experience of working with IT technologies
• System documentation experience
• Familiarity with the basic concepts of computing languages
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong numerical skills
• Good attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Highly organised

Desirable: 

• Knowledge of performance tuning and security
• Programming experience

Salary, Benefits and Work-Life Balance

We do not have a set salary for this position, as it will be dependent on the successful candidate’s experience. We are happy to see CVs from all candidates who meet the requirements and will be happy to discuss the remuneration package.

At Admiral, we are proud to be a diverse business where we put our people and customers first. We have great benefits to ensure employees have a great work-life balance; it's one of the reasons we're voted no. 1 in the 2019 Sunday Times Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK. We want you to have an element of freedom to define a working lifestyle that supports this, so accommodate flexible hours wherever possible.

You can also view some of our other key benefits here; https://admiraljobs.co.uk/employee-benefits/.

If you think this role is for you and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please click “apply now” to complete an online application form.

Please note, we are unable to accept CVs via email.

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