Oracle Database Administrator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Manage Oracle databases on AWS RDS, including multitenant CDB/PDB setups, parameter and option groups, snapshots, automated backups, and point-in-time recovery.

• Support and maintain on-premises Oracle environments, encompassing installation, patch management, upgrades, and RMAN backup and recovery.

• Plan and implement Oracle version upgrades and patches across both cloud and on-premises environments with minimal disruption to production operations.

• Monitor database performance and capacity utilizing CloudWatch, Performance Insights, Enhanced Monitoring, AWR, and ASH.

• Deploy schema and data modifications to production during organized software releases.

• Adhere to change management and configuration control protocols.

• Conduct Linux and Windows system administration for database-related servers, tools, and integrations.

• Configure and uphold database security measures, including Unified Auditing, encryption, role-based access, and account management.

• Assist with RMF assessment and authorization tasks by generating control evidence, executing assessor queries, contributing to SSP documentation, and tracking POA&M remediation efforts.

• Apply and validate DISA STIGs and SRG standards while supporting vulnerability scanning and continuous monitoring reporting.

• Write and analyze complex SQL statements to investigate, report on, and rectify application data issues.

• Read and debug PL/SQL code and identify bugs and performance challenges.

• Write and execute anonymous PL/SQL scripts and validate their outcomes.

• Develop and maintain runbooks, standard operating procedures, and technical documentation.

• Collaborate with customers and internal teams to troubleshoot problems, communicate updates, and suggest improvements for performance, reliability, and automation.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least seven (7) years of experience as an Oracle Database Administrator.

• Possession of CompTIA Security+ or another DoD 8140-approved certification at IAT Level II or above.

• Practical experience with both on-premises Oracle and cloud-hosted Oracle; AWS RDS is highly preferred.

• Strong SQL and PL/SQL capabilities, including the ability to read, debug, and optimize existing code.

• Proficient in Linux system administration; familiarity with Windows Server administration is a plus.

• Experience with Oracle backup, recovery, patching, and upgrade methodologies.

• Background in regulated environments, including experience with audits or compliance reporting.

• Proficient in SQL*Plus, SQL Developer, and Toad for Oracle.

• Bachelor’s degree in business management, engineering, computer science, mathematics, economics, or a related field.

• Equivalent technical training or work/military experience may be considered in lieu of education with eleven (11) or more years of experience.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance; active Secret clearance is preferred.

• U.S. citizenship is required.

• Must be able to sit, type, hear, see, and speak for extended durations.

• Must consistently work and type on a computer for long periods.

• Must effectively communicate accurate information and ideas.

• Must be able to lift and carry at least 15 lbs.

• Availability for occasional after-hours and weekend work is required.

• Preferred qualifications include AWS GovCloud and core AWS services, Oracle multitenant architecture, Unified Auditing, DoD financial management, PPBE, Government accounting systems, Bash, PowerShell, Python, Terraform, CloudFormation, RMF artifacts and tools, OCP, AWS Certified Database, or AWS Solutions Architect.

🏝️ Benefits

• Employer-covered health, dental, vision, disability, AD&D, and life insurance plans.

• Flexible spending accounts.

• Optional life insurance.

• Supplemental insurance plans.

• Eleven paid holidays.

• Generous PTO accruals starting at three weeks per year.

• 401(k) safe harbor contribution upon eligibility.

• Employee referral bonuses.

• Some travel may be required.

• Relocation expenses will not be compensated.