Senior Database Specialist – Oracle, Cloud & Security (Hybrid)

Serco; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Serco Inc. in Arlington, VA, seeks a Senior Database Specialist to support a DoD program focused on Oracle databases, performance optimization, and cloud services. You will work with our Army PPB BOS team to design, implement, and sustain enterprise databases with secure, scalable solutions.

The role requires 10 years of database experience, DoD 8140 compliance, and an active or interim Secret clearance. Travel up to 10% may be required as projects demand.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 10 years of experience in database development, administration, or related roles.
• An interim or active Secret security clearance.
• Ability to meet DoD 8140 foundational compliance requirements.
• Experience with Oracle RDBMS in enterprise environments.
• Experience with SQL and PL/SQL including database objects.
• Knowledge of database design, data modeling, and performance troubleshooting.
• Experience in administration activities including installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, backups, and recovery.
• Experience managing database users and security controls.
• Experience with large-scale relational databases and secure data solutions.
• Ability to communicate findings and risks to technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel ~10%.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, install, configure, secure, operate, and improve enterprise databases.
• Develop and maintain database objects and code for enterprise applications.
• Support database reliability and availability through monitoring and maintenance.
• Optimize database performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Implement secure, scalable database solutions.
• Collaborate with developers, cybersecurity, and government stakeholders to support operations.
• Prioritize work, manage tasks, and communicate findings and recommendations effectively.
• Travel up to 10% as needed.

Skills

Oracle databases

SQL

PL/SQL

Performance optimization

Cloud services

DoD compliance

Security clearance

Communication

Team collaboration

Technical support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT

Job description

Serco Inc. in Arlington, VA, seeks a Senior Database Specialist to support a DoD program focused on Oracle databases, performance optimization, and cloud services. You will work with our Army PPB BOS team to design, implement, and sustain enterprise databases with secure, scalable solutions.

The role requires 10 years of database experience, DoD 8140 compliance, and an active or interim Secret clearance. Travel up to 10% may be required as projects demand.