Senior Cloud Database Administrator (Oracle / GCP) - Remote

Senior Cloud Database Administrator (Oracle / GCP)

Job ID# : 25-1078

Clearance : Secret

Location : Remote

Who We Are :

Since our inception back in 2006, Navitas has grown to be an industry leader in the digital transformation space, and we’ve served as trusted advisors supporting our client base within the commercial, federal, and state and local markets.

What We Do :

At our very core, we’re a group of problem solvers providing our award-winning technology solutions to drive digital acceleration for our customers! With proven solutions, award-winning technologies, and a team of expert problem solvers, Navitas has consistently empowered customers to use technology as a competitive advantage and deliver cutting-edge transformative solutions.

What You’ll Do :

Navitas is seeking an experienced Cloud & Database Administrator that will support enterprise-wide locations and requires expertise in designing, architecting, implementing, and sustaining a highly available Google Cloud Platform (GCP) hosting environment with secure and compliant database administration.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to :

Administer and manage enterprise-scale computerized databases.

Design, implement, and maintain databases across client / server environments.

Forecast and plan long-term database requirements in coordination with other IT leaders.

Perform database programming, performance tuning, validation checks, and security controls.

Recommend and manage database access strategies for on-prem and cloud environments.

Conduct quality control and auditing of databases to ensure data integrity and compliance.

Design databases with focus on performance, JCL, access methods, device allocation, documentation, and protection.

Maintain database dictionaries, procedures, file design standards, and system integration via database design.

Apply SQL and programming knowledge to support database development and automation efforts.

Troubleshoot database performance issues and implement optimizing strategies.

What You’ll Need :

5+ years working with SQL-based query languages (Oracle, PL / SQL, SQL Server)

3+ years hands-on experience with Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS)

Experience working with large-scale enterprise databases in operational / secure environments

5+ years supporting DoW IT hosting solutions

Expertise with Oracle 19c+ database technologies including :

Installation & configuration

Performance tuning

Backup & recovery (RMAN)

Security & monitoring (OEM 13c)

Virtual / cloud-based environments

Proficiency working in Linux / Unix (RHEL8+) including scripting & system administration

Experience with Oracle RAC, Data Guard, HA solutions

Ability to diagnose and remediate performance issues

Knowledge of network fundamentals, VPNs, encryption, firewalls, IP configuration

Experience with cloud providers (GCP, Azure, AWS, OCI)

Ability to implement automation via scripting languages

Proficient in managing SQL Server (2016+) migrations and compatibility settings

Experience with cloud-native database deployments and distributed replication

Security+ or IAT II certification

Google Cloud Certifications (at least one) :

Google Associate Cloud Engineer

Google Professional Cloud Architect

Current DBA Certification under “Server Admin” / “DBA Admin” function

• Secret Clearance

Set Yourself Apart With :

Prior support of DLA or DoW agencies

Strong communication skills with ability to collaborate across technical and leadership teams

Proven ability to handle high-pressure environments and critical incidents

Experience implementing load balancing, redundancy, and distributed data strategies

Equal Employer / Veterans / Disabled

Navitas Business Consulting is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and / or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Navitas Human Resources.

Navitas is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Navitas.