Junior Oracle Database Administrator at TekSynap

Suitland, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Oracle Database Administration, SQL, PL/SQL, Database Support, Troubleshooting, Operational Support, Database Performance Monitoring, Documentation, Communication, Linux, Solaris, Database Objects, Problem Resolution, Root Cause Analysis, Collaboration, Technical Skills

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Responsibilities & Qualifications MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Two (2) or more years of hands-on experience as an Oracle Database Administrator or in a database support role. Experience must include supporting Oracle databases, performing SQL and PL/SQL development tasks, and assisting with operational support and troubleshooting in a production environment. MINIMUM EDUCATION: A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or a related technical field is required. Fifteen (15) years of applicable experience may be substituted for degree requirements. ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE AREAS PREFERRED: Minimum two (2) years of experience performing Oracle database administration duties.• Working knowledge of Oracle SQL and PL/SQL, including development of basic to moderately complex queries and database objects.• Experience providing day-to-day support and maintenance for Oracle databases. • Experience supporting production database environments and responding to operational issues. • Experience with operating systems including Sun Solaris 10.0 or later and Red Hat Linux 6.x or later. • Ability to work independently with guidance and supervision as needed. • Good oral and written communication skills. FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: •Provides day-to-day operational support for Oracle database environments under the guidance of senior database administrators.•Assists with installation, configuration, monitoring, and routine maintenance of Oracle databases (11.x, 12.x, and higher). • Supports 24x7 production and on-call troubleshooting activities to maintain database availability and performance. • Develops and maintains database objects using Oracle SQL and PL/SQL, including packages, procedures, functions, views, and cursors. • Writes and supports SQL queries and works with database objects such as tables and views. • Assists with basic database performance monitoring and tuning activities. • Supports Oracle product troubleshooting and assists with problem resolution and root cause analysis. • Supports Oracle database environments operating on Sun Solaris and Red Hat Linux platforms. • Documents database procedures, configurations, and operational activities in accordance with DCoE standards. • Works collaboratively with application teams, system administrators, and senior DBAs to support mission operations. • Demonstrates the ability to follow established processes while developing technical skills and independence over time.Work closely on site with labs to deeply understand the complexities of day-to-day operations in a laboratory research environment. The U.S. Census Bureau (USCB) is the nation’s leading source of high-quality data on the population and economy, supporting evidence-based decision-making across the Federal Government, industry, and the public. To sustain and modernize its data infrastructure, the Census Bureau is establishing an enterprise Database Center of Excellence (DCoE) to centralize and standardize database administration services across the organization. Census Bureau systems operate within a complex, heterogeneous IT ecosystem that includes multiple operating systems, database technologies, and deployment models. This position works collaboratively with senior database administrators, program offices, infrastructure teams, and cybersecurity stakeholders to ensure reliable and secure database services across the enterprise. Overview We are seeking a Junior Oracle Database Administrator to provide entry-level to intermediate database administration support for Oracle database environments supporting Census Bureau systems. TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers. We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays. Visit us at www.TekSynap.com. Apply now to explore jobs with us! The safety and health of our employees is of the utmost importance. Employees are required to comply with any vaccination requirements mandated by contract, applicable law or regulation. By applying to a role at TekSynap you are providing consent to receive text messages regarding your interview and employment status. If at any time you would like to opt out of text messaging, respond "STOP". As part of the application process, you agree that TekSynap Corporation may retain and use your name, e-mail, and contact information for purposes related to employment consideration. Additional Job Information WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Location: Suitland, MD Type of environment: Office Noise level: Low Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs. Amount of Travel: Less than 10% PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE U.S. Citizenship Clearance: Public Trust – Moderate Risk OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

Responsibilities

The Junior Oracle Database Administrator provides day-to-day operational support for Oracle database environments and assists with installation, configuration, and maintenance tasks. They also support production database environments and respond to operational issues.