Sr. Database Administrator II (5750)

Posted:
3/4/2025, 9:18:26 AM

Location(s):
Virginia, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
IT & Security

As a Sr. Database Administrator II, you’ll support resolution of issues with production transaction and interface files by fine-tuning database indexes and storage configurations, patches, and version upgrades. You'll also support configuration and administrative activities related to Oracle Database, ZFS, LVM, and Exadata.

We know that you can’t have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed with our people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.

If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below!

What you’ll do:

  • Administer and maintain the company database and data warehouses.
  • Implement and monitor database access and configurations.
  • Resolve database performance and capacity issues.
  • Perform database recovery and back-up.
  • May involve in capacity planning, and some development work.

What you’ll need to succeed:

  • 7+ years' experience focused on the Oracle database ecosystem, combined with leadership and strategic thinking.
  • A bachelor's degree
  • An active DoD Secret Clearance.
  • A current IAT Level I certification like CCNA-Security, CND, or Network+ CE
  • Deep understanding of Oracle database architecture, including core components like the System Global Area (SGA), Program Global Area (PGA), datafiles, redo logs, control files, and tablespaces.
  • Mastery of SQL, including complex queries, performance tuning, stored procedures, functions, triggers, and packages. Expertise in PL/SQL for application development and database automation.
  • Extensive experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and other cloud platforms for deploying and managing Oracle databases in the cloud.
  • Understanding of DevSecOps principles and practices, including CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code (IaC) for Oracle database deployments.

Like we said, we are big fans of our people. That’s why we offer a generous benefits package, professional growth, and valuable time to recharge. Learn more about our company culture code and benefits. Plus, check out our accolades.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

 What we want you to know:

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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