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Database Administrator Specialists are IT professionals who are responsible for managing, maintaining, and securing databases within an organization. They ensure that data is stored efficiently, is accessible to authorized users, and is protected from loss or unauthorized access. Their tasks often include installing database software, monitoring performance, optimizing queries, backing up data, and implementing security measures. Database Administrator Specialists play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and availability of an organization’s data systems.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a database administrator specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Database Administrator Specialist, you need expertise in database management, data modeling, and query optimization, often supported by a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with database platforms such as Oracle, SQL Server, or MySQL, along with certifications like Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or Oracle Certified Professional, is highly valued. Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication are critical soft skills in this role. These skills and qualifications are vital to ensuring data integrity, system performance, and reliable support for organizational data needs.

What are some common challenges faced by database administrator specialists when managing multiple databases across different environments?

Database Administrator Specialists often encounter challenges such as ensuring data consistency, managing performance tuning, and coordinating backup and recovery processes across various environments (development, testing, production). Balancing security requirements with accessibility for authorized users can also be demanding, especially when databases are distributed or use different platforms. Effective communication and collaboration with development and IT teams are crucial to address compatibility issues, implement updates, and maintain high availability.

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AspectDatabase Administrator SpecialistDatabase Administrator
CredentialsTypically requires certifications like Oracle Certified Professional, Microsoft SQL Server CertificationOften requires similar certifications, with some roles demanding additional vendor-specific credentials
Work EnvironmentFocuses on specific database systems, often in specialized rolesHandles a broader range of database management tasks across multiple systems
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in organizations needing specialized database supportCommon across industries for overall database management
Search & Comparison IntentOften searched for when seeking specialized database rolesMore general, for broader database management positions

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Oracle DBA Specialist

Raleigh, NC

Arete Technologies, Inc.
IT Services • 201 - 500 employees
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$49.25 - $67/hr

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Re-posted 4 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Engineer and implement on-premise Oracle Database 12c and Oracle Fusion Middleware 12c platforms on SLES hosts.

  • Establish backup, recovery, and disaster recovery replication procedures for Oracle databases.

  • Develop and deploy solutions to replicate databases between Amazon AWS and on-premise platforms, and to replicate data from active standby databases to data warehouses.

Job description

Company Description

Arete Technologies, Inc. offers set of innovative Consulting and Outsourcing services, bridging the gap between requirements and outputs of various dexterous and facile companies worldwide. The thrust of providing global deliverables with focus on providing paramount and unsurpassed services combined with cost saving solutions to the clients
We understand the business requirements in the present day corporate scenario and aspire to provide world-class services enabling the organization to burgeon and flourish while keeping the work-life balance intact. The Global delivery mechanism followed at Arete Technologies, Inc. saddles proficient schemas and unconventional channels to provide one-stop solutions for all your workforce needs.
our Team is an exquisite amalgamation of vast experiences of over 30 years in IT Consulting and Staffing industry. Connoisseurs in the field of staff augmentation for IT, we operate on 24 by 7 model with an aim of providing affordable and adept professionals with an assurance of satisfaction for both Consultants and Clients.
We are pre-eminent service providers in the field of staff augmentation, IT Consultancy, Software development, Web Development providing unexcelled services and focusing on both the employers and employees.

Job Description

Description:

Client Division of Employment Security (DES) seeks one highly motivated, creative, solution oriented Oracle DBA Specialist to facilitate engineering and implementation of on premise elements of a hybrid cloud architecture supporting the SCUBI Project. Either Webcam Interview or In Person

Business Need/Justification:

Currently, there are no DES IT Oracle DBA staff members with advanced Oracle 12c, Active Guard, Goldengate, and Oracle Security Suite skills to install, configure, patch, upgrade, tune and monitor Oracle databases and applications for the SCUBI FTI secure application. The Client's Division of Employment Security (DES) seeks one highly motivated, creative, solution oriented Oracle DBA Specialist to facilitate engineering and implementation of on premise elements of a hybrid cloud architecture supporting the Division's new SCUBI project. The primary role of this individual is Oracle Database Administrator/Engineer.

Required Skills & Experience:

NOTE: This contract position requires being on site in DES Client, Office.

5+ years combined professional experience working with Oracle database and middleware as a solutions engineer, development DBA, and/or production DBA in Linux/Unix environments.

5+ years Professional expertise with setup and maintenance of Data Guard and Active Data Guard, both manually and via OEM.

5+ years Professional expertise with ASM and Grid Infrastructure for Standalone Server (RAC unnecessary).

5+ years Hands-on experience with EMCC 13c.

5+ years Strong bash or sh shell scripting skills, strong working knowledge of Linux/Unix fundamentals.

2+ years' Experience with installation of Fusion Middleware.

2+ years' Experience configuring SSL/TLS listeners for Oracle database and middleware.

2+ years of professional experience as an advanced Oracle 12c DBA.

1+ Years Professional expertise in the full GoldenGate lifecycle, design to maintenance, with working experience on 12c.

6+ Months Professional experience engineering Oracle's standard enterprise deployment models.

3+ Months Professional experience with administration of Amazon AWS hosted Oracle databases.

Desirable Skills:

2 years Development or operational experience working with WebLogic and/or OBIEE 11g+ and hands-on with 12c is highly desired.

2 years Professional experience working with Oracle Database Vault.

Linux administrative skills are a bonus.

Responsibilities include:

Engineer multiple secure, on premise Oracle Database 12c and Oracle Fusion Middleware 12c (WebLogic, OBIEE, ODI) platforms on SLES hosts.

Establish backup/recovery procedures.

Establish disaster recovery replication between Client-owned sites.

Develop solutions to replicate databases from Amazon AWS to on premise platforms.

Develop solutions to replicate data from active standby databases to a warehouse data stores.

Deploy the developed solutions to a secure production environment.

Train FTE resources in installation, management, and monitoring of the work product via job shadowing, knowledge transfers, and written procedures.

This individual must lead and guide other DBA's, and deliver results as planned.


Skills:

Combined professional experience working with Oracle DB & middleware as solutions engineer, development/production DBA in Linux/UNIX environment.
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 unnecessary).
Hands-on experience with EMCC 13c.
Strong bash or sh shell scripting skills, strong working knowledge of Linux/Unix fundamentals.
Experience with installation of Fusion Middleware.
Experience configuring SSL/TLS listeners for Oracle database and middleware.
Professional expertise in the full GoldenGate lifecycle, design to maintenance, with working experience on 12c.
Professional experience engineering Oracle's standard enterprise deployment models.
Months Professional experience with administration of Amazon AWS hosted Oracle databases.
Development or operational experience working with WebLogic and/or OBIEE 11g+ and hands-on with 12c is highly desired.
Professional experience working with Oracle Database Vault.
Linux administrative skills are a bonus.

Qualifications

Need Local Candidates.

Additional Information

Best Regards,


Paramjot Singh

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