Senior Database Administrator - Oracle

JobCubby; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

E&M Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Senior Database Administrator - Oracle to support DoD-grade systems at Offutt AFB, NE. The role requires a U.S.

citizen with the ability to obtain the necessary security clearance. You will manage Oracle databases, implement STIG-compliant security, and lead backups, tuning, and architecture discussions within a diverse IT team. Responsibilities include managing multi-platform Oracle environments, scripting with Perl and UNIX shells, and collaborating with

Qualifications

• 10–16 years of relevant experience in computer science, IT, data management, or a related field.
• ITIL v4 Foundations
• Proficiency in Oracle, database design, data governance, and data warehousing.
• Familiarity with data science tools and methodologies is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must have and be capable of maintaining a U.S. DoD security clearance at the required level.

Responsibilities

• Maintain multiple Oracle home directories in a multiplatform environment.
• Direct installs of the latest Oracle DBMS software releases as needed.
• Create and maintain Perl and UNIX shell scripts to monitor Oracle databases; maintain related tools.
• Verify daily/weekly/archival backup integrity and perform restores.
• Collaborate with management and system personnel for backup configuration.
• Interface with System Administrators for proper system configuration and disk space allocation.
• Specify file organization, indexing methods, and security procedures for databases.
• Plan and manage all technical and operational activities for Oracle databases and servers.
• Understand complex database designs to identify limitations and deficiencies.
• Advise engineering on database/system architecture.
• Load new databases, configure storage, backup, recovery, security and versions; perform tuning for production.
• Work in a distributed, heterogeneous computing environment across platforms and networks.
• Provide expertise in data storage systems; develop backup/archival policies.
• Configure storage systems software to meet requirements.
• Perform installation, maintenance, monitoring, recovery, upgrading and performance tuning.

Skills

Oracle database design

Data governance

Data warehousing

Security/STIGs

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

DoD clearance readiness

Education

MS/MA in computer science / IT / data management

Tools

Perl

UNIX shell scripting

Oracle

Job description

E&M Technologies, Inc. is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. E&M provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

POSITION: Senior Database Administrator - Oracle

WORK LOCATION: Offutt AFB, NE

JOB CATEGORY: Information Technology

JOB TYPE: Full-Time

REQUISITION ID: EM41-001

CITIZENSHIP: United States Citizen

CLEARANCE TYPE: TS/SCI

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Up to 20%

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain multiple Oracle home directories in a multiplatform environment.
• Direct installs of the latest releases of Oracle DBMS Software, as necessary to solve problems or provide new capability.
• Create and maintain Perl and UNIX shell scripts that monitor Oracle databases. Maintain the Perl tools that are used to implement the database architectures.
• Verify daily, weekly, and archival backup integrity.
• Run restores and ad-hoc backups as needed.
• Work with management and system personnel to provide backup configuration.
• Interface with System Administrators to ensure proper system configuration and disk space allocation for database use.
• Responsible for specifying proper types of files organization, indexing methods, and security procedures.
• Responsible for the planning and management of all technical and operational activities associated with database administration of Oracle databases and associated servers.
• Understands the design of complex databases (e.g., schema and subschema details) so limitations/deficiencies can be identified.
• Advise engineering group in database and supporting system architecture.
• Define specialized aspects of user's database administrator documentation. Perform detailed comparisons of various database systems. Load new databases and support configuration of the databases as designed by downward directed programs. Configure physical database storage, sizing, backup, recovery, security and versions. Perform database tuning for optimal performance; supports production to include maintenance, requests for service and system configuration management.
• Perform duties in a complex, distributed, heterogeneous computing environment, which may involve different types of hardware platforms, operating systems applications, and network environments.
• Provide expertise in data storage systems. Develop backup and archival policies and procedures.
• Configure storage systems software to meet requirements.
• Perform administration tasks (installing, maintaining, monitoring, recovering, rebuilding, upgrading, patching and performance tuning).
• Implement software solutions for performance enhancement, operator interface, and increased user capability. Ensure the databases incorporate the latest Cyber Command Security Technical Implementation Guides' (STIGs) processes and procedures to provide the most secure database possible.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 10-16 years of relevant experience with MS/MA in computer science, Information Technology, Data Management, or a related field
• ITIL V4 Foundations
• Proficiency in Oracle, database design, data governance, and data warehousing principles.
• Familiarity with data science tools and methodologies is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must have and be capable of maintaining a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance at the required level.

The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. E&M considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.?

E&M is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. E&M provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.