Junior Database Administrator

Information Technology Strategies, Inc. is a government IT solutions provider servicing commercial and government initiative in various parts of the United States. We are currently seeking a Junior Database Administrator to work for our company.

Summary: 

• Client Agency is Defense Logistics Agency.
• Eligibility to obtain a U.S. Government TOP SECRET Clearance. (Basic Federal Clearance requirements are U.S. Citizenship, clear criminal history check, no recent or pending bankruptcies)
• Assists with or perform Oracle Database and Oracle EBS application administration tasks, including database installation, configuration, cloning, patching (adop cycle, opatch), and upgrades.
• Supports the implementation and maintenance of database backup and recovery procedures utilizing tools such as Oracle Recovery Manager (RMAN) and Data Guard on the Linux operating system.
• Monitors database and application performance and assist with tuning efforts using tools like AWR, ADDM, STATSPACK, EXPLAIN PLAN, SQLTRACE, and TKPROF.
• Learns and utilizes Oracle EBS R12 Applications DBA (AD) utilities to perform maintenance activities in a multi-node e-Business Suite environment.
• Assists with the administration and troubleshooting of EBS components such as Concurrent Managers, Concurrent Programs, Request Sets, Request Groups, and Workflows, including Workflow Mailer/Notification issues.
• Uses monitoring tools like Oracle Application Manager (OAM) and Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM) Grid Control for proactive system status monitoring.
• Contributes to evaluating and addressing basic Oracle EBS security issues (e.g., content, access levels) and assist with implementing recommendations.
• Works collaboratively with business users and IT colleagues to provide database-related support and solutions.
• Assists with ensuring the stability and performance of Oracle Applications instances and support efforts to update system capacity proactively.
• Is a team player and contribute to project and production support, potentially requiring flexibility for different shifts.

Requirements: 

• Eligibility to obtain a U.S. Government TOP SECRET Clearance. (Basic Federal Clearance requirements are U.S. Citizenship, clear criminal history check, no recent or pending bankruptcies)
• Must have 2+ years of progressive experience with database query languages, such as Oracle SQL, PL/SQL, SQL Server, and MS Access.
• Must have 2+ years of hands-on experience and expertise in Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS), specifically with Oracle Database administration.
• Previous experience working on various operating systems, including Linux.
• Previous experience on at least two projects.
• Solid foundational understanding of Oracle Database administration concepts and tasks (installation, configuration, backup/recovery, tuning).

Preferences: 

• One of the following certifications: IAT-II security certification: CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, SSCP, CASP+ CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP, CISSA, GCED, GCIH, or CCSP
• DFARS 252.239-7001 Information Assurance Contractor Training and Certification.
• One of the following certifications: Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Foundations 2020 Certified Associate, Oracle Certified Associate (OCA), Oracle WebLogic Server 12c Administrator, Oracle Java SE 8 Programmer I, Oracle Enterprise Manager 12c Essentials (OEM 12c), Oracle Business Intelligence Publisher (BIP) 12c R1: Fundamentals, Oracle Planning 202x Certified Implementation Specialist (CIS), and Oracle Identity Governance 12c: Essentials.
• Previous experience working with or supporting database environments in a DoD or federal setting.
• Previous experience with Oracle AD/ADOP utilities. 
• Previous experience with RMAN and Data Guard.

Work With Us

IT-Strat is a technology consulting company that holds various contract vehicles including best in class vehicles. IT-Strat has supported multiple clients including the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE via both prime and meaningful subcontracts). Additionally, IT-Strat has prime contracts with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) and many others. We maintain relationships with multiple large businesses.

IT-Strat was established in 2002. We are a certified Woman Owned Small Business. IT-Strat also successfully graduated as an SBA 8(A) company. It was an 8(a) company from 2008 through 2017 and currently still has 8(a) contract vehicles.

Benefits We Offer: 

• Four Medical/Vision options including an HSA plan
• Dental and Orthodontia plan
• Vision Materials plan
• Paid Life, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
• 401K Retirement Program with company contribution
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, Sick Leave, Floating Holidays, Bereavement Leave 
• Semi-monthly pay cycle

Information Technology Strategies (“IT-Strat”) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and it is our policy to consider applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, alienage, ancestry, and any other factors prohibited by law. Employment selections are based on company and client requirements and the qualifications and skills of the candidate. IT-Strat is committed to actively capitalizing on the diversity of skills, talents, and perspectives of our employees.