Oracle DBA with Exadata - Clearance required

Qualifications
Per our Federal Government Contract, candidates must be U.S. Citizens with an Active Secret Clearance
Bachelor’s Degree (may substitute 4 additional years of experience in lieu of a degree)
Extensive Oracle DBA experience (5+ years)
In-depth expertise in Oracle Exadata administration (must have)
Proficiency in creating and managing database monitoring tools (e.g., Oracle Enterprise Manager, Splunk, or custom tools)
Strong skills in database uptime monitoring and alerting strategies
Experience with troubleshooting and optimizing databases using log analysis
Hands-on experience with Oracle Grid Infrastructure management, including installation, upgrades, and maintenance
Advanced knowledge of database backup and recovery techniques, including RMAN
Understanding of database security best practices, such as encryption and auditing
Proficiency in scripting (e.g., Bash, Python, or PowerShell) for automation
Strong expertise in Linux/Unix systems
Benefits
Competitive salary range of $+0K-$126K, based on experience, qualifications, location, and certifications
The salary pay range is subject to change and may be modified at any time
Employee benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, 401K plan and additional voluntary benefits
Salaried personnel receive paid time off
Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law
Our Commitment to You - We offer competitive pay, multi-year projects, and a list of exciting clients
Work-Life Balance - We work hard; we work smart and have quality time for family and "life."
Responsibilities
As an Oracle Database Administrator, you will manage, optimize, and secure Oracle databases and Exadata systems to ensure high availability, performance, and compliance with security standards while implementing monitoring tools and disaster recovery plans
Manage Oracle databases (1+c+) setup, configuration, and maintenance
Conduct backups, recovery tests, and disaster recovery planning
Enhance performance, troubleshoot issues, and address bottlenecks
Ensure database uptime and high availability through monitoring
Administer Oracle Exadata clusters, updates, and infrastructure upgrades
Handle patching, storage configuration, and performance monitoring for Exadata
Develop tools and alerts for monitoring uptime, performance, and thresholds
Analyze logs to proactively identify and fix potential issues
Implement encryption, auditing, and other security measures for databases
Maintain compliance with security standards and apply patches regularly
Job description
Overview

The Squires Group has multiple contract opportunities for Oracle Database Administrators with EXADATA to work on a Federal project in Washington, DC. This program is responsible for the global supply chain system for the Government and has more than 66,000 users. As an Oracle Database Administrator, you will manage, optimize, and secure Oracle databases and Exadata systems to ensure high availability, performance, and compliance with security standards while implementing monitoring tools and disaster recovery plans.

Per our Federal Government Contract, candidates must be U.S. Citizens with an Active Secret Clearance. (Top Secret Clearance is preferred.)

Responsibilities
• Manage Oracle databases (1+c+) setup, configuration, and maintenance.
• Conduct backups, recovery tests, and disaster recovery planning.
• Enhance performance, troubleshoot issues, and address bottlenecks.
• Ensure database uptime and high availability through monitoring.
• Administer Oracle Exadata clusters, updates, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Handle patching, storage configuration, and performance monitoring for Exadata.
• Develop tools and alerts for monitoring uptime, performance, and thresholds.
• Analyze logs to proactively identify and fix potential issues.
• Implement encryption, auditing, and other security measures for databases.
• Maintain compliance with security standards and apply patches regularly.

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree (may substitute 4 additional years of experience in lieu of a degree)
• Extensive Oracle DBA experience (5+ years).
• In-depth expertise in Oracle Exadata administration (must have)
• Proficiency in creating and managing database monitoring tools (e.g., Oracle Enterprise Manager, Splunk, or custom tools).
• Strong skills in database uptime monitoring and alerting strategies.
• Experience with troubleshooting and optimizing databases using log analysis.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle Grid Infrastructure management, including installation, upgrades, and maintenance.
• Advanced knowledge of database backup and recovery techniques, including RMAN.
• Understanding of database security best practices, such as encryption and auditing.
• Proficiency in scripting (e.g., Bash, Python, or PowerShell) for automation.
• Strong expertise in Linux/Unix systems.
• Per our Federal Government Contract, candidates must be U.S. Citizens with an Active Secret Clearance (Active TS is preferred)

Compensation
• Competitive salary range of $+0K-$126K, based on experience, qualifications, location, and certifications. The salary pay range is subject to change and may be modified at any time.
• Employee benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, 401K plan and additional voluntary benefits. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to independent contractors

4 Reasons To Join The Squires Group, Inc.
• Our Commitment to You - We offer competitive pay, multi-year projects, and a list of exciting clients.
• Work-Life Balance - We work hard; we work smart and have quality time for family and "life."
• Golden Rule - We treat our consultants the way we want to be treated: with integrity, professionalism, and trust.
• We Care About You – We help you meet your career goals and continuously support your efforts in the field.

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