Sr. Oracle Database Administrator

Quevera LLC

$120K — $150K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of Oracle database administration experience, specifically with large scale or enterprise-level databases.
  • Extensive expertise in Oracle database design, modeling, and migration processes.
  • Significant experience with Real Application Clusters (RAC) and Recovery Manager (RMAN) for backup and recovery.
  • Strong knowledge of security measures, including Data Guard and DB Vault.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Current Security + CE certification required.
  • Must possess active TS/SCI Polygraph clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Administer and support Oracle 19c databases within a Data Guard configuration.
  • Manage and maintain Oracle Data Guard, utilizing Data Guard Broker effectively.
  • Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot Fast-Start Failover across distributed environments.
  • Conduct routine and emergency database patching, ensuring proper validation.
  • Monitor database health and performance using Oracle Enterprise Manager.
  • Manage switchover and fail-over operations with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Troubleshoot Data Guard issues, addressing transport/apply lag, archive gaps, and broker errors.
  • Maintain robust backup and recovery processes using RMAN.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with the latest Oracle technologies and configurations.
  • Varying shift options to suit work-life balance.
  • Engagement in critical and sensitive projects requiring advanced security clearance.
  • Possibility for professional development and skill enhancement within a specialized field.
  • Collaborative work environment focused on innovation and excellence.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Quevera is seeking an Sr. Oracle Database Administrator to join our team.

REQUIRED - MUST have a current TS/SCI Polygraph clearance toapply for role. Only those with a current TS/SCI with Poly clearance will be considered.

Duty hours are Monday - Friday (evening shift), or Monday - Friday (Night shift), or 12 hour shift Saturday and Sunday (Day or Night). Must be available for after hours and call in support if needed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Administer and support Oracle 19c databases in a Data Guard configuration (1 primary, 2 standbys)
  • Manage and maintain Oracle Data Guard using Data Guard Broker
  • Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot Fast-Start Failover (FSFO) including multiple observers across distributed environments
  • Perform routine and emergency patching (RU/CPU), including planning, testing, and post-patch validation
  • Monitor database health, performance, and availability using Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM)
  • Execute and validate switchover and fail-over operations, including reinstatement of the primary database
  • Troubleshoot Data Guard issues such as transport/apply lag, archive gaps, and broker-related errors
  • Maintain backup and recovery processes using RMAN, including support for FRA and flashback features
  • Strong hands-on experience with Oracle 19c on Linux (non-RAC)
  • Proven expertise with Data Guard Broker and FSFO in multi-standby environments
  • Solid experience with Oracle patching and lifecycle management
  • Working knowledge of OEM for monitoring, alerting, and performance analysis
  • Experience with RMAN backup/recovery and Flashback Database
  • Proficiency in Linux administration and shell scripting
  • Experience supporting multi-site observer configurations
  • Familiarity with performance tuning (AWR/ASH)


Required Qualifications:

Role - Sr. Oracle Database Administrator with 10+ years Oracle database administration experience supporting large scale or enterprise level database services.
  • 10 + years' experience administering to, and engineering solutions with Oracle's database. Extensive experience with database design and modeling; as well as, the collection and interpretation of customer requirements relevant to database migration, troubleshooting, performance observation and tuning.
  • Significant experience with the production and deployment of RAC, RMAN backup & recovery.
  • Experience with DB security, Data Guard and / or DB Vault, Oracle Enterprise Manager Cloud Control, label security, and data migration.
  • BS in CS or related course of study, or equivalent years' experience.
  • Must be an independent worker with strong communications skills.
  • Security + CE required.


Desired Qualifications:

Currently holds or recently held SYS3 PRIVAC level.

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