Senior Oracle Database Administrator

Job Description

Description

SAIC is looking for a DBA to support the NASA EAST team. Under general supervision, will work with a team of Database Administrators engaged in the day-to-day maintenance of Oracle, SQL Server, and MySQL Databases.   Diagnose and resolve problems in the area of Database Administration.  Maintain database configuration; perform account management, database security, database backup and recovery, database refreshes, event log analysis, database tuning, disk space management, installation of software and patches, SQL statement tuning, Oracle Upgrades, and database migrations, as well as other duties as assigned.  Assignments are broad in nature, complex and usually requiring originality and ingenuity.  Works independently and may train other personnel in technical complexities of assigned work.

 

Job Description:

• Troubleshoot and resolve problems with Oracle and SQL Server Databases and related application software (COTS and or custom applications), as well as operating system software and hardware as it relates to the Databases.
• Assist with building/deploying new Database Systems, including recommending hardware/software configurations, and researching vendor documentation to resolve problems.
• Resolve incoming trouble tickets from System Users and Developers.
• Research, plan, and install Oracle Patch sets on a quarterly basis and as needed.
• Install/Upgrade Oracle Software, both client and server, as required.
• Support Oracle and SQL Server software developer deployments after business hours as required.
• Monitor database performance, usage, and growth, and recommend/take action as needed.
• Monitor alert and listener logs, and address anomalies in a timely fashion.
• Manage schema objects for optimal performance, and monitor and keep the SGAs tuned for all assigned Oracle databases.
• Assist developers with assorted database issues including SQL optimization, batch job creation, database design, and troubleshooting
• Predict future trends for database usage, database server capacity, and user workload.

Qualifications

Required Education: 

• Bachelors and five (5) years or more experience; Masters and three (3) years or more experience; PhD and 0 years related experience.

 

Requirements:

• Must have Database Administration experience with Oracle 19c or higher and Microsoft SQL Server 2016 or higher. 
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education/experience plus 5 or more years of hands-on experience as a Database Administrator required.
• Must have experience running Oracle on Microsoft Windows Server or Linux (Red Hat is preferred).   Oracle on Windows Server is strongly preferred; experience in both Windows and Linux is optimal.
• Must possess the ability to tune SQL Statements and manage table storage.
• Must have experience performing Oracle database upgrades and installing Quarterly Patchsets.
• Must possess the ability to effectively work in Oracle from the SQL prompt level.  Must also be able to create and execute SQL scripts for common maintenance tasks in both Oracle and SQL Server.
• Must have experience in database restoration and recovery in both Oracle and SQL Server.
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to work within a team environment.
• Excellent analytical skills and troubleshooting skills are essential, along with the ability to work well under pressure.

 

Desired Experience:

• The ability to script in Windows, Powershell, and Linux/UNIX is highly desired.
• Experience with MySQL highly desired.
• Experience with Oracle Data Guard and Oracle Cloud Control desired.
• Ability to tune SQL Server and the Oracle SGA desired.
• Experience with IBM Maximo and/or PTC Windchill databases desired.
• Experience with ESRI ArcGIS Server/ArcSDE desired.

Target salary range: $75,001 - $100,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.

Overview

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's technology transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, digital, artificial intelligence and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion, which is core to our values and important to attract and retain exceptional talent. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.9 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.