Oracle DBA

Oracle Database Administrator
Innovatus Technology Consulting
Location: Fully Remote (U.S.-based)
Security Requirement: Currently possess a DoW Secret Clearance or higherAbout the Role
Innovatus Technology Consulting is seeking a capable Oracle Database Administrator to support mission-critical database environments for government and enterprise clients. This fully remote position focuses on maintaining high-performance, secure, and reliable Oracle databases in a demanding, compliance-driven setting.
Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, patch, upgrade, and maintain Oracle database software (primarily 19c and later) across development, test, and production environments.
• Monitor database performance, diagnose issues, and perform tuning using AWR/ADDM reports, Statspack, and SQL tuning tools.
• Design and execute backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures using RMAN, Data Guard, and related utilities.
• Manage database security: user authentication, role-based access, auditing, encryption, and compliance with security standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database incidents, including performance degradation, connectivity failures, and application integration problems.
• Apply security patches, PSU/RU updates, and critical fixes with minimal service interruption.
• Work closely with developers, system administrators, and project teams to implement database changes and support application requirements.
• Document configurations, standard operating procedures, runbooks, and root-cause analyses.
• Participate in on-call rotation for production support outside normal business hours.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent practical experience.
• 1–3 years of production experience administering Oracle databases.
• Working knowledge of Oracle database internals, including multitenant architecture and Data Guard. 
• Proficiency writing and optimizing SQL and PL/SQL; comfort with shell scripting in Linux/Unix environments.
• Hands-on experience with backup/recovery, performance monitoring, and basic capacity planning.
• Currently possess a DoW Secret Clearance or higher.
• U.S. citizenship required due to clearance and client requirements.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills; ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Oracle certification (OCA, OCP, or equivalent).
• Experience administering databases in Linux/Unix environments.
• Familiarity with high-availability setups, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), or enterprise backup solutions (e.g., CommVault, NetBackup).
• Prior work in government, DoW, or regulated environments.

What We Offer

• 100% remote work with flexible hours.
• Competitive salary and full benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on high-visibility projects with modern Oracle technologies.

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