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# Database Administrator - 00151

- **Company:** Department Of General Services
- **Location:** Richmond, VA, United States (Remote available)
- **Salary:** $95,000.0 - $105,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Unix, Information Systems, Databases, Database Development, Database Security, Linux, Disaster Recovery, Linux System Administration, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Servers, Oracle Databases, Oracle (Applications), Oracle Rac, Performance Tuning, Software Engineering, System Availability
- **Published:** June 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=36cee185a1c92a81

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Windows Server administration?, * Experience as a Database Administrator working with Oracle 19c or Oracle 26ai.

 * Strong understanding of the database development lifecycle, including data modeling, database coding, testing, and implementation.
 * Working knowledge of high-availability (HA) solutions, including support for Oracle RAC environments.
 * Knowledge of Windows Server operating systems.
 * Understanding of Change Management Control processes.
 * Familiarity with Oracle Advanced Security and encryption configuration.
 * Experience with Linux and Unix system administration.
 * Database administration experience with Microsoft SQL Server.

## Description

Do you have expertise with Oracle database installation, configuration, upgrades, patching, performance tuning, and troubleshooting?, The DGS Office of Information Systems & Services (ISS) is seeking a skilled Database Administrator to support and enhance our enterprise Oracle and SQL Server environments. This role is responsible for the administration, maintenance, and long-term planning of mission-critical databases to ensure high availability, strong performance, and robust security., * Installing, configuring, upgrading, and tuning Oracle and SQL Server databases to optimize performance.

 * Developing and implementing comprehensive backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies.
 * Ensuring database security and compliance with agency, state, and federal policies.
 * Collaborating with application development teams on data modeling, solution design, and testing.
 * Providing Linux system administration support and participating in on-call rotations for critical systems.
 * Establishing and enforcing data standards, guidelines, and best practices.
 * Creating and maintaining detailed documentation for database configurations and operational procedures.

This position will be located in Richmond, Virginia and must report on-site. This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule (telework up to 2 days/week) after successful completion of training period and an approved telework agreement.

Visa sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire. The selected candidate must pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check.


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