Oracle Database Administrator

Leidos

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Work type
On-site
Location
Arlington, VA
Salary
$107,900–$195,050 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
5 days ago
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Salary context

Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $140k
This role $151k
$91k most similar roles pay here $206k

This role pays more than 66% of similar roles. Most pay $117,206–$163,337 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $151k versus about $140k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations.

Leidos currently has 353 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $92,300–$166,850 across 297 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Oracle Database Administrator

The Oracle Database Administrator joins the Compartmented Enterprise Services Office team to support a modern secure web service operation and high-security cloud migration. This role focuses on designing, building, and supporting highly available, scalable, real-time data persistence for mission-critical applications. Daily responsibilities include performing technical planning, monitoring database health, optimizing SQL code, and resolving performance bottlenecks. The individual will design database schemas, manage replication issues, implement security measures, and develop documentation for data standards. Key technical requirements include expertise in Oracle 12c or 19c, PL/SQL development, and experience with Oracle Data Guard, AWR, and ADDM tools. Candidates must also be proficient in SQL tuning and potentially work with PostgreSQL. The role addresses the challenge of maintaining maximum uptime and data accuracy while managing infrastructure growth within a high-security environment for critical systems.

What you'll do

  • Design and implement database schemas and structures based on specific project requirements.
  • Monitor database health, performance metrics, and memory allocations using standard tools.
  • Optimize SQL code, stored procedures, and overall database design for application performance.
  • Perform daily administration, troubleshooting, and resolution of system database and replication issues.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation for database environments, data standards, and procedures.
  • Execute SQL queries for routine requests and develop scripts to automate recurring tasks.
  • Implement security measures, manage user permissions, and ensure compliance with data protection policies.
  • Plan for storage requirements and scale infrastructure to support database growth.

What we're looking for

  • Must hold a BA degree in a technical discipline or have equivalent experience.
  • Must have at least 8 years of relevant experience.
  • Must have at least 5 years of Oracle Database Administration experience, specifically with Oracle 12c, 19c, or later.
  • Must possess an active DOD TS/SCI clearance.
  • Must have in-depth experience implementing and maintaining database security, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.
  • Must be proficient in procedural languages such as PL/SQL for development and optimization.
  • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and at least eight (8) years of relevant.

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