POSITION SUMMARY
The Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for the secure, reliable, and high-performance operation of Oracle databases supporting the DFAS DRAS-M IL-5 Cloud Tenant. This position plays a vital role in maintaining financial systems that are mission-critical to Department of Defense operations.
The DBA will design, implement, and manage highly available Oracle database environments, ensuring they meet stringent DoD IL-5 security requirements. Duties include administering clustered and replicated databases, optimizing query performance, implementing data backup and recovery strategies, and ensuring compliance with DoD STIGs and RMF controls.
This role requires advanced technical skills, a proactive approach to troubleshooting and optimization, and the ability to collaborate with developers, system administrators, network engineers, and DFAS stakeholders to ensure seamless database performance across production, test, and development environments.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience as an Oracle DBA, with at least 3 years supporting DoD or IL-5+ secure environments.
- Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) or equivalent certification.
- Expertise in high-availability configurations (Data Guard, RAC, clustering).
- Strong experience with RMAN backup/recovery, patching, and database hardening.
- Proficiency with SQL tuning, schema design, and database security best practices.
- DoD 8570 IAT Level III certification (e.g., CASP CE, CCNP, CISA, CISSP (or Associate)).
- Demonstrated knowledge of DoD STIGs, NIST 800-53, and RMF compliance requirements.
- Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to resolve complex database issues under pressure.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree in Information Systems, Database Administration, or related technical field.
- Experience with containerized Oracle deployments or cloud-native database services.
- Familiarity with financial applications and DFAS-specific database requirements.
- Experience integrating database monitoring into SIEM solutions (e.g., Splunk, ArcSight).
- Previous experience supporting 24/7 DoD enterprise financial environments.
- Advanced certifications such as Oracle Certified Master (OCM).
JANUS strives to provide opportunities for career growth through training and development. We also offer an attractive comprehensive benefit package to include health and welfare plans and financial products. As part of a total rewards program, employees can benefit from our referral bonus program, and other various employee awards. JANUS Research Group takes pride in our benefit package and rewards program which has earned us the certification of a Great Place to Work™
JANUS Research Group provides reasonable accommodation so that qualified applicants with a disability may participate in the selection process. Please advise us of any accommodations you request to express interest in a position by e-mailing: Judy Pagac, Chief Human Resources Officer at judy.pagac@janusresearch.com or calling (706) 364-9100. Please state your request for assistance in your message. Only reasonable accommodation requests related to applying for a specific position within JANUS Research Group will be reviewed at the e-mail address and phone number supplied. Thank you for considering a career with JANUS Research Group.
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