Oracle Database Administrator

About the role

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A-TEK operates at the intersection of mission and innovation by applying our deep domain expertise across the federal markets. Embracing our digital-first strategy, A-TEK provides enhanced capabilities in application development, digital transformation, enterprise IT, and scientific services. Our solutions are designed to modernize, automate, secure, protect, and enhance the operations of our federal clients, ensuring they stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

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A-TEK seeks a mid-level Oracle Database Administrator to support NOAA NMFS. This position focuses on back-end database administration, with a strong emphasis on implementing and maintaining Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) compliance.

The DBA works closely with a federal database administrator, follows government technical direction, and supports the security, reliability, and performance of the customer's Oracle 19c environment.

The customer's planned roadmap includes migration to Oracle Autonomous Database and, ultimately, Oracle 26ai. This role offers an opportunity to support those future modernization efforts. This is a remote position supporting our DC Metro area federal customer. Ability to obtain and retain a public trust clearance is a requirement for consideration.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer Oracle 19c databases, including monitoring, troubleshooting, patching, backup, recovery, and routine maintenance.
• Perform DISA STIG audits, remediate noncompliant findings, and maintain compliance evidence.
• Manage database access, account unlocks, password resets, and service account password changes for credentials older than 365 days.
• Document procedures for resetting expired accounts and resolving SQL Developer password reset issues involving Connect Identifier and Network Alias selections.
• Identify users with direct database connections and assist with their transition to TNS connections.
• Maintain accurate schema and environment mappings in the Appschema spreadsheet and current user and schema manager contacts in the database contact table.
• Coordinate database changes, issues, risks, and progress with the federal lead and supporting teams.
• Support database migration and upgrade planning, testing, and execution.
• Provide database support for Oracle APEX applications, as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Mid-level professional experience administering Oracle databases in production environments.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle 19c.
• Experience implementing and maintaining Oracle database DISA STIG compliance.
• Working knowledge of database security, user privileges, auditing, configuration management, and remediation documentation.
• Experience troubleshooting database issues and performing routine maintenance, backup, and recovery activities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a federal technical lead and follow government priorities and direction.
• Clear communication and technical documentation skills.
• Oracle database migration or upgrade experience.
• Experience supporting federal government database environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Oracle Application Express (APEX) experience.
• Hands on experience with or at least general knowledge of Oracle 26ai.
• Familiarity with Oracle Autonomous Database.
• Relevant Oracle database administration certifications.

Compensation

• Salary Range: $135,000 - $145,000 annually (commensurate with experience, certifications, and location)
• Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with employer match; paid time off; professional development opportunities.

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