Senior Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)

Company Overview

At ValidaTek, we modernize and optimize IT services to solve some of the most critical challenges facing federal civilian and defense agencies. From customers to partners to top-talent employees, ValidaTek puts people first, empowering them to exceed expectations and transform government organizations. Our success starts and ends with our people, so we built a company where great people can do great things, with the resources and autonomy to make decisions that transform organizations. We operate as one team of diverse people, united by a passion for continuous growth and optimization. Our commitment to quality and performance optimization is the reason why our IT Service Projects and New Development Projects have been appraised at CMMI Maturity Level 5, positioning us as one of a handful of elite companies to receive the highest form of third-party validation. www.validatek.com

Summary

ValidaTek is seeking a skilled Senior Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) who will provide expert-level database administration support for mission-critical Federal systems supporting the U.S. Department of State. This role is responsible for the installation, configuration, performance tuning, security, and long-term planning of Oracle database environments, while working closely with application development teams and government stakeholders to ensure high availability, performance, and data integrity.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support Oracle database environments (Oracle 9.0 or higher) for Federal systems
• Monitor, manage, and optimize database performance, including tuning database services and servers to ensure reliability and scalability
• Develop, implement, and maintain database standards, operating procedures, and security controls in coordination with Government requirements
• Perform database backups, restores, and DBMS recovery operations to ensure data availability and continuity of operations
• Install, configure, and tailor Oracle database management software, including creation and configuration of databases, tablespaces, schemas, and related data objects
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex database-related issues, incidents, and performance problems
• Provide technical guidance and support to application development teams, including .NET developers, as required
• Support database operations in web-based application environments
• Project and plan long-range database administration and design requirements in coordination with Government stakeholders
• Utilize Oracle DBMS tools, including SQL, to support database administration, reporting, and troubleshooting
• Document database configurations, procedures, and operational processes
• Communicate effectively with technical teams, management, and customers through clear oral and written communications

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of experience managing Oracle databases for Federal systems using Oracle 9.0 or higher
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
• Active Secret clearance
• Demonstrated experience in Oracle database administration, performance monitoring, tuning, and service management
• Proven experience developing and implementing database standards, operational procedures, and security controls
• Hands-on experience performing database backup, restore, and DBMS recovery operations
• Strong background installing, configuring, and maintaining Oracle database software and related data objects
• Experience troubleshooting and resolving complex Oracle database issues
• Demonstrated ability to support and collaborate with application developers, including .NET development teams
• Experience working in web-based application environments
• Proficiency with Oracle DBMS tools, including SQL
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work as a flexible, highly motivated self-starter while managing multiple tasks

Preferred Qualifications

• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) certification or formal Oracle training
• Experience supporting enterprise or mission-critical systems in a Federal or DoS environment
• Familiarity with database security, auditing, and compliance requirements

EEO Statement

ValidaTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to verify authorization to work in the United States.

Offers of employment will be contingent upon passing a post-offer background check.