Oracle Database Administrator, DBA

BizFirst LLC

. Install, configure, patch, and upgrade Oracle databases (19c and later) across development, test, and production environments .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Oracle Database Administration, including installation, configuration, and migration to cloud environments. Proficient in performance tuning, backup and recovery strategies, and compliance with security standards.

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Oracle Database AdministrationPerformance TuningDatabase MigrationBackup And RecoveryCloud Technologies

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Hard Skills

Oracle 19cRACData GuardRMANSQL TuningAWRASHBash ScriptingPythonPL/SQL

Soft Skills

CollaborationIncident ResponseRoot Cause Analysis

Tools & Technologies

Oracle Enterprise ManagerAWS Database Migration ServiceAmazon RDSOracle GoldenGateLinux/Unix

Certifications & Qualifications

Oracle Certified ProfessionalAWS CertificationDHS Public Trust

Industry Keywords

NIST SP 800-53DISA STIGDHSCBPATO

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyAWSCloudCyber SecurityEC2LinuxOraclePostgresPythonShell ScriptingSQLUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Install, configure, patch, and upgrade Oracle databases (19c and later) across development, test, and production environments
Plan and execute Oracle database migrations from on-premise data centers to the cloud
Create migration runbooks, cutover plans, and post-migration validation processes
Tune database and SQL performance using AWR, ASH, execution plans, indexing, and memory and storage configuration
Design and maintain backup, recovery, and high availability using RMAN, Data Guard, and RAC
Test disaster recovery on a regular schedule
Secure databases according to NIST SP 800-53 controls and DISA STIGs
Manage database accounts and roles, auditing, and encryption using TDE
Monitor database health with Oracle Enterprise Manager and cloud monitoring tools
Respond to incidents and lead root cause analysis
Automate routine administration with Bash, Python, and PL/SQL scripts
Support application teams with schema changes, releases, and data fixes through change control
Produce and maintain technical documentation, runbooks, and inputs to system security plans
Collaborate with platform engineers, application teams, and cybersecurity staff during CBP's cloud migration

Requirements

What you’ll need

U.S. citizenship
Able to obtain and maintain a CBP Public Trust background investigation
At least eight (8) years of Oracle database administration experience supporting production systems
Hands-on experience with Oracle 19c, RAC, Data Guard, RMAN, and ASM
Proven performance tuning experience, including SQL tuning and AWR/ASH analysis
Experience migrating Oracle databases between environments, including to the cloud
Working knowledge of Linux/Unix administration and shell scripting
Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred; relevant experience is accepted in place of a degree
Able to work remotely on East Coast hours and travel approximately once per quarter
Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) desired
AWS certification a plus
Experience with Amazon RDS for Oracle, Oracle on Amazon EC2, AWS Database Migration Service, or Oracle GoldenGate desired
Experience with PostgreSQL or migrating workloads from Oracle to open-source databases desired
Experience supporting DHS or CBP systems, or other federal agencies under an ATO desired
A current DHS Public Trust desired

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work arrangement on East Coast working hours
Travel approximately once per quarter
Immediate start following favorable suitability determination and customer onboarding
Opportunity to support a four-year U.S. Customs and Border Protection cloud migration program
Work with cloud infrastructure spanning AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud
Support from a company that is an AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner