Oracle Database Administrator
Listed on 2026-03-01
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IT/Tech
Database Administrator
Spalding, a Saalex Company is seeking an Oracle Database Administrator in Patuxent River, MD. Spalding is a professional services company delivering cutting‑edge solutions to the Department of Defense since 2001.
Position TypeFull‑Time
Salary$100K-$120K (depending on experience)
Work LocationHybrid remote/in‑office (see onsite requirements below).
Onsite RequirementsPosition will require on‑site work at Patuxent River, MD 2‑3 days per week as part of an onsite rotation schedule. Future on‑site/telework requirements/schedules may change as additional client direction is received.
Essential Functions- Install, configure, upgrade, and administer Oracle databases, instances, and schemas on‑prem and in the AWS cloud.
- Perform routine backups and recovery using Datapump export and RMAN integrated into Rubrik.
- Monitor database statistics, tables, indexes, and space usage.
- Perform checks of database servers, confirming status of backups, exports, jobs, and storage.
- Monitor, troubleshoot and resolve database connection and performance issues.
- Create, modify, and delete database accounts.
- Monitor/maintain database DoD STIG compliance, apply fixes and mitigations, and maintain checklists.
- Occasional daily/evening/weekend on‑site or telework support for upgrades/patching is required.
Required:
- Database administration (installation, configuration, upgrading, performance turning) experience working with Oracle 19c required.
- Experience with UNIX required (RHEL or Solaris preferred).
- Command line experience with SQL Developer and/or Toad required.
- Experience with performance tuning required.
- CompTIA Security+ certification required (must show proof of cert prior to interview).
Desired:
- Experience setting up and configuring Amazon RDS database instances preferred.
BS/BA degree and 3‑7 years related experience OR additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
Security ClearanceActive/Interim TS/SSBI clearance OR active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SSBI required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.
Benefits- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Wellness Resources
- Stock Option Plan
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