Senior Oracle DBA – Vulnerability Management

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

📋 Description

• Provide daily support for Oracle Database environments, encompassing Oracle 19c, RAC, ASM, and Data Guard.

• Install, configure, upgrade, maintain, and optimize Oracle databases for performance.

• Lead initiatives to address Oracle database vulnerabilities by reviewing scan results, prioritizing risks, applying Release Updates and Critical Patch Updates, and implementing configuration and hardening modifications.

• Ensure compliance with security policies and hardening standards, including CIS Benchmarks and DISA STIGs.

• Manage database users and privileges, including auditing and encryption measures.

• Collaborate with Security teams to assess Oracle security alerts, identify exposed databases, and strategize solutions.

• Resolve intricate database incidents and problems, conduct root-cause analysis, and implement permanent resolutions.

• Maintain robust services through tested backup, recovery, and high-availability configurations.

• Address incidents, problems, and changes via ITSM processes while adhering to service level agreements.

• Mentor and coach team members while ensuring documented procedures are maintained.

• Plan and execute database upgrades, migrations, and patch cycles with minimal service interruptions.

• Develop and sustain Bash, SQL, PL/SQL, and Ansible scripts and automation processes.

• Evaluate, recommend, and manage Oracle monitoring and management tools, including Oracle Enterprise Manager.

• Contribute to Oracle database projects, capacity planning, and service enhancements.

• Articulate technical issues and risks to non-technical stakeholders effectively.

• Maintain accurate documentation, runbooks, and knowledge articles.

⛳️ Requirements

• BA/BS degree and 6–8 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Strong hands-on experience as an Oracle DBA in enterprise production environments.

• Demonstrated experience in patching Oracle (using OPatch, Release Updates, Critical Patch Updates) and addressing vulnerabilities.

• Proficient in backup and recovery (RMAN) as well as high availability solutions (RAC, Data Guard).

• Solid skills in Linux/Unix, along with scripting and automation experience (Bash, SQL, PL/SQL).

• Familiarity with incident, problem, and change management processes (ITIL or similar).

• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools (such as Tenable/Nessus, Qualys, Rapid7) and Oracle security features (Database Vault, TDE, Unified Auditing).

• Knowledge of Oracle Enterprise Manager and automation solutions (Ansible).

• Exposure to Exadata or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure.

• Experience mentoring or leading technical personnel.

• Relevant certifications (such as Oracle Certified Professional, ITIL).

• Eligibility for any necessary U.S. Government authorizations under U.S. export control regulations.

🏝️ Benefits

• Unlimited paid time off.

• 401(k) plan.

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage.

• HSA matching.

• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.

• Support for work-life balance.

• Video interviews for a convenient interview experience.