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# Database Administrator - Consultant

- **Company:** Intersources Inc.
- **Location:** Columbia, SC, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $87,100.0 - $157,450.0
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Backup Devices, Cyber Security, Information Technology Consulting, Databases, System Configuration, Custom Software, Database Design, Oracle Data Guard, DevOps, Web Development, Design of User Interfaces, Oracle Databases, Oracle (Applications), Oracle Rac, Performance Tuning, Cloud Services, Recovery Manager (RMAN), Service-Oriented Architecture, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Data Storage Management, Google Cloud, Oracle Enterprise Manager, System Availability, Database Optimization
- **Published:** August 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/usbdbeb564a3d199eaa96f961dbdfb0bb3/eaa

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree in a technical or business field.
 * 7+ years of experience in a Development or Service Administration role.
 * 5+ years of Oracle Database Administration experience.
 * Experience performing and configuring RMAN backup and recovery.
 * Experience working with development teams (5+ years).
 * Experience with Oracle GoldenGate, Oracle database installations, and Oracle RAC.
 * Exposure to ITIL, ITSM, Managed Services, DevOps, and SOA operational models.
 * Strong understanding of database design, data modeling, performance tuning, and optimization.
 * Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

About US: InterSources Inc. is a Small, Woman, and Minority-Owned Business Enterprise, ISO/IEC 27001, SOC 2 Type 2 certified company with massive 18+ years of diversified experience in providing IT Consulting Services, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Application Development, Cloud Services, Cybersecurity, Digital Marketing, ERP Management, Custom Software Development, Web Development, UI/ UX Design, System Integration, QA Support etc. We make reasonable accommodations for clients and employees, and we do not discriminate based on any protected attribute including race, religion, color, national origin, gender sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or marital status. We also are a Google Cloud and Oracle partner company.

## Description

The Client is seeking an experienced Database Administrator - Consultant to support enterprise Oracle database environments. The consultant will be responsible for database administration, performance tuning, backup and recovery, high availability configurations, and collaboration with development teams to support mission-critical systems.
Daily Duties / Responsibilities

 * Administer and support Oracle Database environments including Oracle 11g and 12c.
 * Perform full lifecycle database administration activities including installation, configuration, monitoring, and maintenance.
 * Demonstrate strong knowledge of Oracle database architecture, physical structures, and performance analysis.
 * Execute database planning, scaling, and capacity management activities.
 * Design and optimize databases including data modeling, indexing strategies, and performance tuning.
 * Support software development life cycle activities by working closely with development teams.
 * Deploy, configure, and maintain Oracle technologies including:

 * Oracle Data Guard
 * Oracle Enterprise Manager
 * Oracle Automatic Storage Management (ASM)
 * Oracle ACFS
 * Oracle GoldenGate
 * Oracle RAC
 * Perform and configure RMAN backup and recovery operations.
 * Ensure database availability, integrity, and security.
 * Follow ITIL, ITSM, Managed Services, DevOps, and SOA operational best practices.
 * Communicate effectively with technical teams, stakeholders, and management through written and verbal updates.


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