Database Administrator (Oracle)
What you'd do
See below for important information regarding this job. Position will be filled at any of the locations listed below. Site specific salary information as follows: Battle Creek, MI: $106,437 - $138,370 Columbus, OH: $111,065- $144,386 Dayton, OH: $110,401- $143,523 Fort Belvoir, VA: $121,785- $158,322 New Cumberland, PA: $121,785- $158,322 Ogden, UT: $106,437 - $138,370 Philadelphia, PA: $117,284- $152,471 Richmond, VA: $111,183- $144,540
Major duties
Serves as a primary Database Administrator (DBA) and provides database administration support for the Oracle enterprise-level database platform. Manages, secures, and optimizes enterprise-level Oracle database systems. Guides full life-cycle Oracle database administration, from initial design and development through integration, deployment, and continuous maintenance. Provides authoritative advice and guidance regarding a variety of technical, operations, and functional issues involving/affecting Database services. Directs, monitors, and manages the technical and administrative operations of government and contractor team members on projects and studies Establishes, maintains, and audits robust IT security programs to safeguard organizational and financial data across major applications.
What you need to qualify
To qualify for a LEAD IT SPECIALIST (DATAMGT/INFOSEC), your resume and supporting documentation must support: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-13 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: Implement and administer Oracle Enterprise Database architecture in a large enterprise environment. Utilize Procedural Language (PL) for SQL and UNIX/Linux shell scripting for database querying, scripting, and automation of routine DBA tasks. Complete backup and recovery strategies specific to Oracle (e.g. Recovery Manager (RMAN), export/import, Data Guard, etc.). Identify, analyze, and resolve performance related issues on Oracle databases. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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