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# Database Administrator

- **Company:** Crimson Limited
- **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Databases, Relational Databases, Oracle Data Guard, Linux, Disaster Recovery, File Systems, Amazon DynamoDB, Network Troubleshooting, PostgreSQL, Linux System Administration, Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB, MySQL, Network File Systems, NoSQL, Oracle Databases, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Recovery Manager (RMAN), SQL Databases, Oracle Enterprise Manager, Marklogic, Information Technology, People Soft, Functional Programming, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, User Accounts
- **Published:** September 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/47a838d8-6323-46a2-8a8d-2adb94d536a0

## About the Role

* Active TS/SCI clearance with ability to obtain a polygraph
 * Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or related technical field
 * Minimum 7 years of related experience
 * AWS Cloud Practitioner Certification.
 * Hands-on experience installing and administering Oracle Grid Infrastructure, RDBMS, Cloud Control, and ASM.
 * Strong Linux administration skills.
 * Experience with database cloning, monitoring, performance optimization, patching, and O&M activities.
 * Proven ability to develop and maintain automation scripts.
 * Solid understanding of AWS services: EC2, EBS, snapshots, DMS, DynamoDB, Lambda, and S3.
 * Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
 * Ability to work at a computer for extended periods and move between workstations.
 * IT security expertise and experience working within accredited environments.

Desired Skills

Desired:

 * AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional).
 * Oracle Cloud Certification.
 * Experience with PeopleSoft applications and workflows.
 * Familiarity with geospatial products and COP management.

## Description

* Support and administer Oracle RDBMS environments, including Oracle Grid Infrastructure, ASM, Data Guard, and Oracle Enterprise Manager Cloud Control.
 * Provide database administration across multiple platforms: Oracle, MSSQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL, and NoSQL systems (MarkLogic, MongoDB, DynamoDB).
 * Perform routine backup, restore, and disaster recovery operations using RMAN, snapshots, and archive log management.
 * Troubleshoot system, database, hardware, and network issues; analyze performance and resolve complex technical problems.
 * Create and execute ad-hoc SQL queries for diagnostics, analysis, and issue resolution.
 * Manage and maintain Linux operating systems and associated file systems.
 * Develop and maintain administrative scripts in various languages.
 * Conduct regular server audits to ensure compliance with standards, policies, and configuration guidelines.
 * Maintain user accounts and ACLs on network file systems.
 * Support system-level changes, assess impacts, and participate in technical exchanges with stakeholders.
 * Ensure compliance with IT security, accreditation, and enterprise policies.
 * Provide exceptional customer service to internal teams, external partners, and vendors.
 * Participate in after-hours and on-call rotations as needed., We are a small, growth-oriented, federal contractor that delivers professional services in support of the Intelligence & Federal Community. Located outside of Washington D.C., we are a fast-paced group due to the customers' diversity, types of projects, environments, and roles we support. To learn more, please visit ;br>
Crimson Phoenix is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We welcome and encourage diversity in our workforce.


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