Oracle Database Administrator

Description:
Our client supports mission-critical systems within a regulated enterprise environment, delivering reliable and secure database services that enable daily operations and long-term modernization efforts. This role supports systems where availability, security, and accuracy are essential to mission success.

Location: Onsite in Lakewood, CO

Pay: $30 - $40 an hour

This is a contract-to-hire opportunity. Applicants must be willing and able to work on a W2 basis and convert to FTE following contract duration. For our W2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day operational support, monitoring, and availability management for Oracle databases, primarily on Windows with some Linux
• Perform database installations, upgrades, patches, and updates while minimizing downtime and service impact
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and tune database performance to ensure stability and optimal operation
• Ensure data integrity, security, backup, and recovery across all database environments
• Serve as the escalation point for database incidents and lead issue resolution efforts
• Develop and maintain database standards, documentation, and operational procedures
• Support development and analytics teams with schema design, SQL optimization, and troubleshooting
• Contribute to database modernization efforts and architecture discussions
• Manage assigned database projects and deliverables under general direction

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of 6 years of experience as a database administrator specializing in Oracle databases on Windows
• Hands-on experience supporting Oracle in production environments, including operations, security, and troubleshooting
• Strong understanding of Oracle database security practices
• Ability to work independently and manage all aspects of database administration
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills
• Customer-focused approach with strong problem-solving abilities

Preferred Skills

• PL/SQL development or troubleshooting experience
• Working knowledge of MS SQL Server and MySQL
• Experience supporting databases in a federal or highly regulated environment

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience