Precise is seeking a senior database specialist to support a large WCMS FDA program. The program is a large development effort, primarily using technologies such as java/cold fusion/oracle forms. The ideal candidate will work with the development team performing various tasks such as data modelling, writing DDL scripts for database updates, creating/updating stored procedures and other custom scripts, documenting deployment procedures for FDA DBAs to complete deployments in higher environments and supporting FDA users with data issues.
We are currently looking for an Oracle DBA to join our growing team. This position will work remote. Must be a USC, GC, EAD with the ability to obtain a public trust clearance.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Reviews, evaluates, designs, implements and maintains company database[s].
- Identifies data sources, constructs data decomposition diagrams, provides data flow diagrams and documents the process.
- Writes codes for database access, modifications, and constructions including stored procedures. Develops and formulates standards, procedures, and conventions for database use.
- Works with technical/programming staff to ensure database security. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
- Install, setup, configure, troubleshoot and administer new and existing Oracle databases on premise and inside the cloud resources
- Identify database requirements by interviewing customers; analyzing department applications, programming, and operations; evaluating existing systems and designing proposed systems.
- Recommend solutions by defining database physical structure and functional capabilities, database security, data backup, and recovery specifications.
- Install revised or new systems by proposing specifications and flowcharts; recommending optimum access techniques; coordinating installation requirements.
- Maintain database performance by calculating optimum values for database parameters; implementing new releases; completing maintenance requirements; evaluating computer operating systems and hardware products.
- Apply Database and Application Software patches as scheduled with government concurrence.
- Prepare users by conducting training; providing information; resolving problems.
- Maintain, and update as necessary, documentation (Visio Diagrams) of logical and physical connections that make up the database environment.
- Provide on-call (e.g., pager or cell phone) database administration support 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.
- Respond to all calls or stem notifications within time specified by service level agreements (SLA).
- Record off-hour calls and responses using the problem management system no later than the next business day.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Experience managing Very Large Databases (VLDB)
- Experience replicating oracle databases using Oracle Data Guard, Materialized Views, and Oracle Streams.
- Experience with installation, configuration and support of Oracle Fusion Middleware
- Experience with Data Guard/Standby database, both logical and physical.
- Experience with Cloud Control environment.
- Working knowledge of MS SQL Server database a strong plus
- Experience with implementing, performance tuning, and supporting Oracle databases
- Experience performing general troubleshooting database maintenance activities including backup and recovery, capacity planning, and managing user accounts.
- Experience in managing schemas, indexing, objects, and partitioning the tables.
- Experience in managing system configurations.
- Experience creating data design models, database architecture, and data repository design.
- Problem solving skills to be able to troubleshoot/trace SOA issues by working with development and across teams
- Experience in upgrading Oracle SOA 11g to Oracle SOA 12c
- Sys admin skills – able to work comfortably in Linux environment, able to identify firewall issues, update SSL certs, wlst, shell scripting, python etc.
- Familiarity with API Gateway and security policies
- Familiarity with High Availability solutions
EDUCATION
BS/BA degree in a related area (or equivalent), and 5 yrs+ of experience in the field or in a related area
About Us
Precise Software Solutions, Inc., an SBA 8(a) program participant, is an innovative small business with a proven record of success delivering quality services and solutions to government organizations. A CMMI Level 3 company, Precise serves as a trusted advisor to senior technology executives and helps government agencies enhance and expand their informationtechnology capabilities. Precise helps their customers capitalize on the efficiencies offered by technological advancements and ensures the integrity of their IT systems and programs so they can perform their public mission more effectively.
The company is known for delivering agile and innovative solutions and specializes in strategic consulting, system modernization and integration, digital transformation and experience, infrastructure and cloud implementation, and data management and analytics.
Benefits and Perks
- Health Benefits (Medical, Dental and Vision)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Retirement Plan with 4% match
- Paid Time Off
- Parental Leave
- Life Insurance
- Training and Development
- Two Innovation Days
- Employee Referral Program
- Annual Charity Donation Match
- Awards and Recognition
Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
Precise is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.
The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants.
