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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Database Administrator - **Company:** LUMA Energy - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, Cloud Database, Information Systems, Databases, Database Security, Oracle Data Guard, Linux, Disaster Recovery, Oracle Exadata, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Data Access Components, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Azure, Oracle Databases, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Recovery Manager (RMAN), Runbook, Software Vulnerability Management, Scripting, Oracle Enterprise Manager, System Availability, Information Technology, Database Backup, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/e7876c7e-296b-48f1-a477-9d2ce0395ee3 ## About the Role * Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline Preferred: * Master's Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Experience * 5 years of progressively responsible experience administering enterprise database environments. * Demonstrated experience administering, tuning, and troubleshooting Oracle Database environments, including RAC, ASM, Data Guard, RMAN, and Oracle Enterprise Manager. * Working knowledge of Linux administration, scripting, storage, networking, and troubleshooting as they relate to Oracle Database environments. * 3 years of experience administering Microsoft SQL Server environments, including performance tuning, backup and recovery, security, and high-availability technologies. * Experience with database backup and recovery strategies, security administration and auditing, and high-availability and disaster-recovery solutions. . Preferred * Experience with Oracle Exadata environments. * Experience supporting databases in cloud or hybrid environments, particularly Microsoft Azure, including Azure SQL services and SQL Server on Azure infrastructure. * Experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure or other cloud database platforms. * Experience with automation and scripting tools such as Shell, PowerShell, Python, or comparable technologies. * Experience supporting utility, energy, or other critical infrastructure industries. Competencies (Skills) * Advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis capabilities. * Knowledge of database architecture, high availability, disaster recovery, and capacity management concepts. * Strong understanding of database security principles, data protection, and cybersecurity best practices. * Ability to automate routine database administration, monitoring, maintenance, and operational activities using scripting or automation technologies. * Strong technical documentation, change-management, and operational discipline. * Strong customer service orientation, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Licenses/Certifications Preferred but not requiered * Oracle Database Administration Professional certification (OCP or current equivalent). * Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or comparable Microsoft data-platform certification. * ITIL Foundation or comparable IT service-management certification. * Relevant cybersecurity, Linux, cloud, or database-platform certification or formal technical training. ## Description Administers, maintains, and optimizes enterprise Oracle Database and Microsoft SQL Server environments by managing performance, security, recoverability, and high-availability to ensure stable, scalable, and compliant operations. Evaluates database architecture and emerging technologies, establishes technical standards and procedures, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to strengthen reliability, resilience, and continuity of enterprise systems., * Administers and maintains enterprise environments, to ensure reliable, secure, and high performing Oracle and SQL Server platforms through monitoring, tuning, capacity management, and lifecycle maintenance. * Implements and oversees database security, compliance and data-protection controls, including access management, encryption, auditing, patching, vulnerability remediation, and adherence to organizational and regulatory requirements to safeguard data and reduce risk exposure. * Collaborates with cross-functional teams to support database architecture, system changes, upgrades, and technology initiatives to promote consistent, efficient, and supportable database operations. * Establishes and maintains database administration and operational standards, and knowledge resources including procedures, configuration documentation, runbooks, and technical knowledge to promote consistent and supportable operations. * Follows established company policies, procedures, and standards to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulatory requirements, and internal controls. * Participates in storm response, emergency restoration, disaster recovery activities, and assigned preparedness drills to support safe and reliable recovery of services. * Participates in scheduled after-hours maintenance and on-call or emergency support activities for critical database incidents, disaster recovery, and service restoration, as required. * Performs additional tasks aligned with role expectations and qualifications to support team goals and operational flexibility. ## Related Videos - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Technical Documentation - How Can I Write Them Better and Why Should I Care?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/681-technical-documentation-how-can-i-write-them-better-and-why-should-i-care) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Hacking MSSQL on Cloud. 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