Role OverviewThe Database Administrator will implement and optimize computerized database systems to support the Department of State's Bureau of Diplomatic Technology's mission. The role requires a strong understanding of database management systems, security, and integrity controls. The DBA will work on a fully remote schedule, with occasional on-site meetings in the Washington, DC, area.
What You Will Do
The DBA will implement and maintain smooth operation and physical design of databases, conduct performance tuning, review database designs, and manage day-to-day enterprise security hygiene. The role also involves developing stored procedures and triggers, administering various database systems, and overseeing database project scheduling.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have strong DBA skills, experience with Oracle RDBMS, and the ability to communicate complex systems proposals to management and customers. Leadership skills to guide and mentor less experienced team members are also required.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree and 8 years of experience
- U.S. citizenship and minimum active SECRET clearance with the ability to obtain a TOP SECRET clearance
- Hands-on experience with full-life cycle implementation of Oracle 19c RDBMS and 19c/21c hub Oracle GoldenGate for production environments
- Experience upgrading Oracle RDBMS from 11g to 19c as well as the Transparent Data Encryption
- Experience writing custom monitoring reports for 12c OEM
- Strong communication skills to communicate systems proposals to management and customers and provide systems diagnoses and resolution for current systems
- Strong organization skills to prioritize work, balance, and lead complex projects
- Leadership skills to guide and mentor less experienced team members
- 7 years’ experience as an Oracle DBA or Oracle-related area, including at least 5 years’ experience as an Oracle 11g or 12c DBA applying knowledge of RAC, ASM, GoldenGate, Data Guard, RMAN, Patching, AND/OR Security
Benefits
- Target salary range: $112,000 - $179,000
- Overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonus
- Base pay
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