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Oracle DBA

Lansing, MI · On-site

$51.50 - $70/hr

Top Skills & Years of Experience: - 5+ years overall experience - Multitenant Oracle database, Oracle Advance security, PLSQL, Linux (5+ years) - Oracle, Data Guard, Golden Gate (5+ years)

Meridian Cooperative

Sr. Database Administrator

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$47.75 - $65.75/hr

Responsibilities : • Design and implement High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) solutions using: + Oracle Data Guard / Active Data Guard / RAC + SQL Server Always-On Availability Groups ...

Wipro Limited

TECHNO FUNCTIONAL CONSULTANT L1

Chandler, IN · On-site

$60K - $135K/yr

Oracle 19c, Oracle RAC, Oracle GoldenGate, Performance Tuning, Oracle Data Guard, Multi-Master Replication, UNIX/Linux, SQL, Production Support Secondary Skills: Shell Scripting, Python, OEM, Toad ...

InstantServe LLC

Database Administrator 3

Nashville, TN · On-site

$49 - $66.75/hr

Administer multi-tenant architectures (CDB/PDB), RAC, and Data Guard configurations. Ensure database uptime, availability, and performance meet enterprise SLAs. Cloud & Hybrid Architecture Design and ...

Arete Technologies, Inc.

Oracle DBA Specialist

Raleigh, NC

$49.25 - $67/hr

Professional expertise with setup and maintenance of Data Guard and Active Data Guard, both manually and via OEM. Professional expertise with ASM and Grid Infrastructure for Standalone Server (RAC ...

Doyensys

Oracle DBA - Orlando, FL - Day 1 Onsite

Orlando, FL · On-site

$47.50 - $64.50/hr

Ensure high availability through RAC, Data Guard, or replication setups * Perform patching, upgrades, and migrations of Oracle databases * Troubleshoot database issues and provide quick resolution

Kriscon

Database Administrator 3

Nashville, TN · On-site

Administer multi-tenant architectures (CDB/PDB), RAC, and Data Guard configurations. Ensure database uptime, availability, and performance meet enterprise SLAs. * Cloud & Hybrid Architecture Design ...

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What are the main challenges Data Guards face when ensuring data security in large organizations?

Data Guards often encounter challenges such as managing complex access controls across multiple systems, keeping up with evolving cyber threats, and ensuring compliance with data protection regulations. In large organizations, coordinating with various departments to implement consistent security protocols can be demanding. Effective communication, continuous learning, and a proactive approach to identifying vulnerabilities are key to overcoming these challenges and maintaining robust data security.

What is the difference between Data Guard vs Database Administrator?

AspectData GuardDatabase Administrator
CertificationsOracle Data Guard certification, Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)Oracle Certified Professional (OCP), Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
Work EnvironmentPrimarily focused on database replication, disaster recovery, and high availability in enterprise settingsManages overall database performance, security, backups, and maintenance across various environments
Industry UsageUsed mainly in organizations with Oracle databases requiring disaster recovery solutionsUsed across industries for database management, including Oracle, SQL Server, and others

Data Guard specializes in database replication and disaster recovery, ensuring data availability and integrity. Database Administrators handle broader database management tasks, including performance tuning, security, and backups. While Data Guard is a specialized role within the database management ecosystem, Database Administrators oversee the entire database environment, often utilizing Data Guard as part of their toolkit.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Data Guard, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Data Guard, you need a solid understanding of database security, data protection principles, and experience with database management systems, often supported by relevant IT or cybersecurity certifications. Familiarity with Oracle Data Guard or similar data replication and backup tools is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are important soft skills for this role. These skills are vital to ensure data integrity, minimize downtime, and protect critical information assets against loss or unauthorized access.

What are Data Guards?

Data Guards are IT professionals responsible for protecting an organization's data from unauthorized access, loss, or corruption. They monitor data systems, implement security measures, and ensure compliance with data protection regulations. Data Guards may also manage data backup and recovery processes, investigate security breaches, and provide guidance on best practices for data security. Their role is crucial in safeguarding sensitive information and maintaining business continuity.
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Senior Database Administrator (DBA), G1

T1 Energy Inc.

Dallas, TX • On-site

$49.25 - $67.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:
T1 Energy Inc. is focused on revitalizing solar manufacturing in the U.S. by establishing a domestic solar supply chain. They are seeking a Senior Database Administrator to ensure database reliability across various environments, manage high availability and disaster recovery, and optimize performance for mission-critical systems.
Responsibilities:
• Administer Oracle Database environments, including Oracle ERP and Data Guard (ADG).
• Manage SQL Server 2019, MySQL, and PostgreSQL databases across production and non-production systems.
• Perform installations, configuration, patching, upgrade, cloning, and migrations.
• Monitor database health, capacity, availability, and performance.
• Maintain and optimize Oracle Data Guard (ADG) environments.
• Design and execute backup and recovery strategies (RMAN and native tools).
• Regularly test failover and disaster recovery procedures.
• Ensure RPO and RTO objectives are consistently met.
• Diagnose and resolve database performance issues.
• Optimize queries, indexing strategies, execution plans, and storage utilization.
• Partner with ERP, WMS, MES, and reporting teams to improve overall system performance.
• Implement database security best practices including role-based access, encryption, and auditing.
• Manage access controls and enforce separation of duties.
• Support audit requirements and vulnerability remediation efforts.
• Partner with IT Security on database hardening initiatives.
• Automate routine DBA activities using SQL, PL/SQL, Shell, PowerShell, or similar scripting tools.
• Develop and maintain database standards, documentation, and operational procedures.
• Contribute to system architecture and infrastructure planning.
• Manage escalations and service requests with Oracle, Microsoft, and other vendors.
• Support ERP upgrades, system implementations, and infrastructure projects.
• Provide database architecture input for new applications and system designs.
Qualifications:
Required:
• 8+ years of enterprise DBA experience.
• Strong experience in Oracle Database administration.
• Proven experience with Oracle Data Guard (ADG).
• Experience administering Microsoft SQL Server 2019.
• Working knowledge of MySQL and PostgreSQL.
• Deep experience in backup/recovery, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.
• Experience supporting Linux/Unix and Windows server environments.
Company:
T1 Energy (NYSE: TE) is building an integrated U.S. supply chain for advanced solar and battery manufacturing. Founded in 2018, the company is headquartered in Austin, USA, with a team of 51-200 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.

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