Senior Oracle Database Administrator (Tantus)

About the role

Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary is seeking a Senior Oracle Database Administrator to support a recompete contract award. Key responsibilities include:

• Administer Oracle Enterprise Edition databases in standalone and multitenant architecture
• Configure and maintain Oracle Data Guard for maximum availability and disaster recovery
• Implement, configure, and maintain Oracle GoldenGate bidirectional replication
• Perform Oracle Recovery Manager (RMAN) backup and recovery operations
• Install, patch, and maintain Oracle Enterprise Edition databases including Transparent Data Encryption (TDE)
• Administer Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM) for performance monitoring
• Install, configure, and maintain MySQL instances on Ubuntu Linux in Microsoft Azure
• Analyze, troubleshoot, and optimize SQL and PL/SQL code
• Support and maintain agency data mart operations
• Conduct capacity planning and provide advisory support to developers and architects
• Conduct proactive vulnerability remediation through regular Oracle CPU patch application

Requirements

The ideal candidate must possess:

• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a Public Trust clearance
• Minimum 10 years of Oracle database administration experience; 20-plus years preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Expertise with Oracle Enterprise Edition on Windows, Linux, and Unix platforms including Oracle 19c
• Proficiency in SQL and PL/SQL including performance tuning, query optimization, and database security administration
• Experience with Oracle Data Guard, RMAN, Oracle GoldenGate replication, Oracle Connection Manager, and Oracle Enterprise Manager
• Experience with Oracle multitenant architecture including container databases and pluggable databases
• Experience administering Oracle databases in Microsoft Azure IaaS environments including VM provisioning and Azure-specific sizing and availability configurations
• Experience with MySQL administration on Ubuntu Linux including replication, encryption, and backup strategies
• Experience with Oracle Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) and auditing
• Experience with ETL processes and data integration from external data sources and centrally managed federal enterprise databases
• Proficiency with scripting languages including SQL, PL/SQL, T-SQL, Perl, and Python for automation and operational tasks
• Familiarity with FISMA security assessment and authorization activities and federal agency ISSO requirements

Qualifications

Preferred certifications and qualifications include:

• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) certification for Oracle 19c
• Experience supporting federal agency database environments with complex integration requirements across multiple enterprise platforms
• Experience with Oracle GoldenGate replication in environments requiring bidirectional data synchronization between internal and externally accessible database tiers
• Experience with Oracle multitenant architecture including conversion from single-tenant configurations
• Experience with Oracle Connection Manager for database connectivity across network security boundaries
• Familiarity with Oracle licensing requirements in cloud environments and Azure shape sizing for Oracle workloads
• Familiarity with HHS EPLC framework and federal IT governance processes
• Experience with Splunk or equivalent log monitoring tools for database security event analysis

Benefits

Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary offers:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive insurance options
• Wellness programs
• A flexible time off policy
• Parental bonding leave
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus program
• Client referral bonus program
• Pet insurance
• FORCE – Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary community volunteer program

Pay

$160,000 - $180,000 annual salary range. Final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.