Oracle Database Administrator

Booz Allen Hamilton

. Administer, monitor, and maintain Oracle database environments supporting Department of Veteran Affairs production systems .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $62,000 - $141,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in administering and maintaining Oracle databases in production environments, with a strong focus on high availability, performance, and security. Proficient in AWS services and database automation practices, ensuring effective collaboration and problem-solving in mission-critical settings.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Oracle Database ManagementAWS-Managed RDS ExperienceOracle GoldenGate ConfigurationDatabase Performance TuningOracle Certification (OCA/OCP)

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Hard Skills

PL/SQL DevelopmentDatabase Performance TuningData ModelingOracle Failover TechnologiesScripting in LinuxScripting in WindowsDatabase AutomationCI/CD PracticesSQL*PlusDatabase Insights

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationCritical AnalysisOwnershipEffective DocumentationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

AWS ServicesOracle Data GuardGitHubJIRAVS CodeToadConfluenceCloudWatchLambdaSecrets Manager

Certifications & Qualifications

Oracle Certification (OCA)Oracle Certification (OCP)

Industry Keywords

Veteran AffairsProduction EnvironmentsHigh-Availability SolutionsRegulated EnvironmentsPublic Trust Determination

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSEC2LinuxOracleSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Administer, monitor, and maintain Oracle database environments supporting Department of Veteran Affairs production systems
Ensure high availability, performance, and data integrity
Develop and contribute to policies and procedures ensuring database security and integrity
Use PL, SQL, Oracle failover technologies, and AWS services to identify problem areas and improvement opportunities
Support mission-critical database technology for the VA client
Provide mentoring and contribute technical experience to team solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience managing Oracle databases in production environments
Experience with Oracle GoldenGate, including configuration, troubleshooting, and ongoing support
Experience migrating Oracle databases into AWS-managed RDS
Experience with Oracle failover technologies such as Oracle Data Guard, RAC, or high-availability solutions
Experience managing AWS-managed RDS instances and related AWS services, including EC2, RDS, S3, Lambda, Secrets Manager, CloudWatch, Database Insights, and EventBridge
Hands-on database development experience, including data modeling, data object design, PL or SQL development, database and SQL performance tuning, and SQL*Plus
Experience scripting in Linux and Windows operating systems
Experience with GitHub, JIRA, VS Code, Toad, and Confluence
Ability to participate in a 24x7 on-call rotation for production support
Ability to critically analyze and validate AI-generated responses and recommendations using domain knowledge and Oracle DBA expertise before applying them to production systems
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements
HS diploma or GED
Experience in regulated or high-availability production environments
Experience leveraging AI tools such as GitHub Copilot or Claude
Knowledge of database automation and CI/CD practices for database deployments
Ability to clearly document technical work and provide regular progress updates
Ability to identify issues and take ownership without requiring direct instruction
Ability to promote teamwork and collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams
Ability to triage and resolve production database issues independently and under time pressure
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
Oracle Certification such as OCA or OCP Certification
Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health benefits
Life benefits
Disability benefits
Financial benefits
Retirement benefits
Paid leave
Professional development
Tuition assistance
Work-life programs
Dependent care
Recognition awards program for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of values
Identity verification process using advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence
Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs