Database Administrator II

Space Coast Intelligent Solutions; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Space Coast Intelligent Solutions is hiring an Oracle Database Administrator to support DoD systems at Patrick Space Force Base. The role requires 2–3 years of hands-on Oracle DB experience, including 19c/PLSQL and AWS RDS integration, and is strictly on-site in Florida.

You will manage user access, backups, performance, and security controls, working with senior staff to ensure RMF and STIG compliance in a sensitive, mission-critical environment.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of direct, hands-on database administration experience in production.
• Security+ certification is required.
• On-site at Patrick Space Force Base, Florida.
• Experience with Oracle 19c or higher and AWS RDS for Oracle.

Skills

SQL

Oracle PL/SQL

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in information systems / computer science / engineering

Security+ certification

Tools

Oracle 19c

AWS RDS for Oracle

AWS GovCloud

Linux (RHEL)

Python

Bash

CloudWatch

Job description

Job Requirements

• Working knowledge of SQL and Oracle PL/SQL, including writing, executing, and troubleshooting database queries.
• Familiarity with Oracle Database 19c or higher, including basic database architecture and administration.
• Experience or demonstrated knowledge of routine database administration activities, including user management, permissions, storage monitoring, and database maintenance.
• Basic understanding of database backup and recovery procedures.
• Experience supporting Oracle databases hosted in AWS, particularly Amazon RDS for Oracle.
• Familiarity with AWS GovCloud environments and cloud-based database administration.
• Familiarity with database performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and basic query optimization.
• Basic understanding of database security principles, including access controls, user privileges, and auditing.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues, document procedures, and work collaboratively with senior technical staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with high-availability configurations, backup and recovery procedures, and database patching and upgrades.
• Familiarity with Oracle multitenant architecture, including container databases (CDBs) and pluggable databases (PDBs).
• Experience with database performance tuning, SQL optimization, indexing, and execution plans.
• Familiarity with AWS monitoring and management tools, including Amazon CloudWatch and RDS performance monitoring capabilities.
• Experience with Oracle RMAN, database snapshots, and recovery procedures.
• Familiarity with Linux operating systems, particularly Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
• Basic scripting experience using Python, Bash, or similar technologies.
• Familiarity with database schema changes, migrations, and application deployment support.
• Understanding of DoD cybersecurity requirements, including DISA STIGs, vulnerability management, and RMF compliance.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies, DevSecOps practices, or CI/CD pipelines.

Education, Experience, Certifications

• B.S. degree in an information system, computer system, engineering, or related STEM field.
  • 2-3 years of direct, hands‑on database administration experience, preferably in a production environment.
• Security+ certification required

Preferred Certifications

• Oracle Database SQL Certified Associate or Oracle Database Administration certification for Oracle 19c or higher.
• AWS Cloud Practitioner
• Oracle Database Administration Certified Professional

Security Clearance

• U.S. Government Active TS/SCI clearance required

Work location

• This position is on‑site at customer facility on Patrick Space Force Base.