Database Administrator

DXC Technology
Ashburn, United States of America
14 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Ashburn, United States of America

Tech stack

Artificial Intelligence
Azure
Cloud Computing Security
Databases
Data Infrastructure
DevOps
Oracle Exadata
Python
Oracle
Powershell
SQL Databases
Systems Integration
Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)
System Availability
Database Performance
SC Clearance
People Soft
Cloud Migration
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure

Job description

Overview: The Database Administrator is responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and optimization of enterprise-grade Oracle databases, with a strong emphasis on supporting PeopleSoft environments. This position ensures high availability, performance, and compliance of database infrastructure, and supports modernization initiatives and cloud migrations. Candidates must hold a DOD Secret Clearance and be a U.S. Citizen., * Install, configure, and maintain Oracle databases (including versions 23ai and 26ai) for PeopleSoft applications.

  • Monitor system and database performance; implement tuning strategies.
  • Manage user roles, permissions, and security compliance (including DOD standards).
  • Support integrations and automate environment refreshes.
  • Participate in migration to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).
  • Develop and maintain backup and disaster recovery strategies.
  • Ensure compliance with federal security and audit requirements.
  • Collaborate with application and infrastructure teams to support modernization and cloud initiatives.
  • Experience with Exadata and OCI is highly desirable.

Requirements

  • DOD Secret Clearance and U.S. Citizenship.
  • 5+ years of experience in database administration and management.
  • Experience supporting PeopleSoft databases.
  • Strong knowledge of Oracle Database (versions 23ai and 26ai).
  • Proficiency in SQL and scripting (Shell, Python, or PowerShell) for automation.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
  • Experience with cloud migration (Oracle Cloud Infrastructure or Azure).
  • Strong understanding of security compliance and audit requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certifications on OCI and Database are highly desirable.
  • Experience with Exadata.
  • Experience with AI-driven enhancements and chatbot integrations.
  • Exposure to cloud security frameworks and compliance standards, If you are an individual with a disability, a disabled veteran, or a wounded warrior and you are unable or limited in your ability to access or use this site as a result of your disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting us via email (gss-hr-er@dxc.com) .

About the company

DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) helps global companies run their mission-critical systems and operations while modernizing IT, optimizing data architectures, and ensuring security and scalability across public, private, and hybrid clouds. The world's largest companies and public sector organizations trust DXC to deploy services across the Enterprise Technology Stack to drive new performance levels, competitiveness, and customer experience. Learn more about how we deliver excellence for our customers and colleagues at DXC.com., At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive., We participate in E-Verify. In addition to the posters already identified, DXC provides access to prospective employees for the Federal Minimum Wage Poster, Federal Polygraph Protection Act Poster as well as any state or locality specific applicant posters . To access the postings in the link below, select your state to view all applicable federal, state and locality postings. Postings are available in English, and in Spanish, where required. View postings below.

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