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# Oracle Database Administrator (Secret Clearance)

- **Company:** Agelix Consulting
- **Location:** Washington, DC, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $73,450.0 - $132,775.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Business Logic, Cloud Computing, Cloud Database, Databases, Data Recovery, Relational Databases, Database Security, Oracle Data Guard, Disaster Recovery, Oracle Exadata, Monitoring of Systems, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), PostgreSQL, MariaDB, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle Databases, Oracle (Applications), Oracle Rac, Platform as a Service (PAAS), Performance Tuning, Role-Based Access Control, Cloud Services, Ansible, Recovery Manager (RMAN), Shell Script, SQL Stored Procedures, PL-SQL, Data Streaming, Management of Software Versions, Database Performance, SC Clearance, Database Migration, Containerization, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, SolarWinds (Software), Terraform, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, Sql Tuning, Docker, Legacy Systems
- **Published:** September 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us5ee9a10164f115f25731be48c09b0c43

## About the Role

Migration: Lead cross-platform database migrations (e.g., on-premises to OCI, Oracle to PostgreSQL). Required Qualifications (Must-Have)
Experience: 8+ years of proven experience as an Oracle DBA in an enterprise environment.
Oracle Mastery:
Deep expertise in Oracle Grid Infrastructure / RAC.
Advanced RMAN backup and recovery skills.
Proven track record of Data Guard design and implementation (Physical Standby, Active Data Guard).
Strong PL/SQL development and tuning capabilities.
Extensive experience with patching (PSU/RU) and version upgrades (11g, 12c, 19c, 21c).
Hands-on experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).
Secondary Database Exposure: Hands-on experience with SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MariaDB.
Legacy Systems: Experience supporting Microsoft Access.
Certifications: Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) is required. Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-Have)
Cloud Certifications: OCI Architect Associate/Professional or OCI Database Cloud Service certifications.
Experience with Oracle Exadata and GoldenGate.
Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (Terraform, Ansible).
Familiarity with third-party monitoring tools (OEM, Quest Foglight, SolarWinds).
Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) for databases.

## Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Oracle Database Administrator to join our client [IT Infrastructure / Database Engineering] team. In this role, you will be the technical authority responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of our mission-critical Oracle database ecosystems. You will focus primarily on Oracle Database while also supporting cross-platform database technologies.
The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who can architect high-availability solutions, optimize performance at scale, and mentor junior team members. Key Responsibilities
Database Administration & Architecture (Oracle)
Design & Implement HA/DR: Architect, configure, and maintain high-availability and disaster recovery solutions, specifically Oracle Grid Infrastructure / Real Application Clusters (RAC) and Data Guard.
Backup & Recovery: Own the backup and recovery strategy using RMAN, ensuring RPO/RTO targets are met. Perform regular recovery drills.
Performance Tuning: Proactively monitor and optimize database performance using AWR, ADDM, ASH, and SQL Tuning Advisor. Resolve locking, latch contention, and I/O bottlenecks.
PL/SQL Development: Develop and maintain complex PL/SQL scripts, stored procedures, packages, and triggers for automation and business logic.
Patching & Upgrades: Manage Oracle version upgrades, Patch Set Updates (PSUs), and Release Updates (RUs) with minimal downtime.
Standards & Governance: Establish and enforce database standards, policies, and procedures for security, backup/recovery, and change management.
Cloud & Cross-Platform Support
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI): Deploy, manage, and optimize Oracle databases on OCI (IaaS/PaaS), including Autonomous Database and Exadata Cloud Service.
Other RDBMS: Provide administrative support and migration assistance for SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MariaDB.
Legacy Systems: Maintain and support legacy Microsoft Access databases.
Integration: Ensure seamless data flow and connectivity between disparate database platforms.
Operational Excellence
Security: Implement database security best practices, including Transparent Data Encryption (TDE), Oracle Label Security, auditing, and role-based access control (RBAC).
Troubleshooting: Act as the escalation point for complex database issues, providing root cause analysis (RCA) and permanent fixes.
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