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Oracle DBA

Washington, DC

$57.50 - $78.25/hr

We are seeking a highly motivated Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) to become an integral part of a team that is responsible for supporting the operations, development, implementation, integration ...

Oracle DBA

Jerry City, OH · On-site

$48.50 - $66/hr

Oracle DBA Location : Jersey City, Ohio Job Type: Contract Duration: 12 Months Roles and Responsibilities: • Oracle DBA Experience with strong understanding of database architecture and performance ...

ORACLE DBA

Columbia, MD

$50.25 - $68.50/hr

ORACLE DBA MUST HAVE TOP SECRET SECURITY CLEARANCE ORACLE ~~ DATABASE ADMINISTRATION ~~ SQL PLUS ~~ RELOCATION ASSISTANCE! * MUST HAVE STRONG ORACLE DBA SKILLS * OPTIMIZATION OF ORACLE DATABASES

Oracle DBA

Washington, DC

$57.50 - $78.25/hr

We are seeking a highly motivated Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) to become an integral part of a team that is responsible for supporting the operations, development, implementation, integration ...

Oracle Database Administrator

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$49.50 - $67.50/hr

Oracle Database Administrator location: Charlotte, NC **Looking for a strong golden gate and performance tuning DBA · 10+ years as an Oracle DBA supporting large oracle environments in UNIX · DBA ...

Oracle DBA

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$50 - $55/hr

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Oracle DBA (Database Administrator)

Aurora, CO · On-site

$51.75 - $70.25/hr

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator)** to join our team and take ownership of managing and optimizing our Oracle database systems. In this role, you will ensure the reliability, security, and ...

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator)

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$46.25 - $62.75/hr

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator) LOCATION San Antonio, TX 78208 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY We are seeking a skilled and ...

Senior Oracle Database Administrator (Hybrid Cloud -OCI, AWS, On-Prem) Position Summary * As a Senior Oracle Database Administrator, you will be responsible for the architecture, administration ...

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator)** to join our team and take ownership of managing and optimizing our Oracle database systems. In this role, you will ensure the reliability, security, and ...

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator)

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$50.25 - $68.25/hr

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator) LOCATION Honolulu, HI 96815 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY We are seeking a skilled and ...

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator)

Aurora, CO · On-site

$51.75 - $70.25/hr

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator) LOCATIONAurora, CO 80014 CLEARANCETS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARYWe are seeking a skilled and proactive

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator)

Tysons, VA · On-site

$51 - $69.25/hr

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator) LOCATIONTysons, VA 22182 CLEARANCETS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARYWe are seeking a skilled and proactive

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator)

Tysons, VA · On-site

$51 - $69.25/hr

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator)** to join our team and take ownership of managing and optimizing our Oracle database systems. In this role, you will ensure the reliability, security, and ...

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator)

Reston, VA · On-site

$53 - $72/hr

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator)** to join our team and take ownership of managing and optimizing our Oracle database systems. In this role, you will ensure the reliability, security, and ...

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator)

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$52.50 - $71.25/hr

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator) LOCATION Chantilly, VA 20151 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY We are seeking a skilled and ...

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How much do junior oracle database administrator jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior oracle database administrator in the United States is $66,690.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Junior Oracle Database Administrator vs Oracle Database Administrator?

AspectJunior Oracle Database AdministratorOracle Database Administrator
CertificationsEntry-level certifications like Oracle Certified Associate (OCA)Advanced certifications like Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) or Oracle Certified Expert (OCE)
Work ExperienceLess than 2 years3+ years of experience in database management
ResponsibilitiesAssisting with database setup, monitoring, and basic troubleshootingManaging, tuning, and optimizing Oracle databases, implementing backups and recovery
Work EnvironmentSupport teams, entry-level roles, supervised tasksIndependent management, complex problem-solving

The main difference between a Junior Oracle Database Administrator and an Oracle Database Administrator lies in experience, certifications, and responsibilities. The junior role is entry-level, focusing on support and basic tasks, while the Oracle Database Administrator handles advanced management and optimization of Oracle databases.

What are some common challenges faced by a Junior Oracle Database Administrator, and how can they overcome them?

As a Junior Oracle Database Administrator, one common challenge is adapting to the complexity of Oracle's database systems, especially when managing backups, performance tuning, and troubleshooting issues. Junior DBAs may also find it challenging to balance routine maintenance tasks with learning new features or handling unexpected incidents. To overcome these challenges, it's helpful to actively seek mentorship from senior team members, participate in training sessions, and regularly review Oracle's official documentation. Collaborating with developers and system administrators is also essential for understanding application requirements and ensuring database reliability.

What does a Junior Oracle Database Administrator do?

A Junior Oracle Database Administrator assists in the management, maintenance, and monitoring of Oracle database systems. Their responsibilities typically include performing routine database backups, applying patches and updates, troubleshooting basic database issues, and supporting senior DBAs in optimizing database performance. They also help ensure data security and integrity while learning best practices for database administration. This entry-level role is a great starting point for those aiming to advance in database management careers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Junior Oracle Database Administrator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Junior Oracle Database Administrator, you need a solid understanding of database concepts, SQL, and Oracle database architecture, typically supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with Oracle Database tools (such as Oracle SQL Developer), basic scripting, and pursuing certifications like Oracle Certified Associate (OCA) are common requirements. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help you excel when troubleshooting and collaborating with technical teams. These skills ensure database reliability, efficient data management, and smooth support of business operations.
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$57.50 - $78.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago


Job description

Company Description

BroadPoint Federal, Inc. is a CMMI Level 3 (DEV/SVC) certified small business (per SBA size standards by NAICS),headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland. BroadPoint has over 25 years of experience providing successful Oracle financial, budgetary, and supply chain implementations, upgrades, and support for numerous federal agencies. As a long-term member of the Oracle Partner Network, we work collaboratively with our clients to obtain the best performance and most cost-effective Oracle solutions that meet and exceed requirements and resolve government challenges.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) to become an integral part of a team that is responsible for supporting the operations, development, implementation, integration, and maintenance of our client's Oracle Federal Financial EBS (on-premises) system (hosted on the AWS cloud). We are seeking a responsible, results-oriented Oracle DBA with a passion for detail, achievement, and innovative thinking, to provide solid support and advanced solutions to business challenges.

The Oracle DBA is responsible for defining, supporting, securing, and administering Oracle databases to ensure optimal performance and availability. The DBA performs a variety of activities including database management, performance tuning, backup and recovery, security management, diagnostics, and issue resolution; and will have the opportunity to grow technically and professionally while working in a fast-paced collaborative environment.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess the following:

  • Provide database administration services including:
    • Apply patches on a timely basis.
    • Create backup and recovery strategies.
    • Provide upgrades and applying upgrade patches when made available by Oracle.
    • Conduct performance tuning/optimization of Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) for recoverability, security, confidentiality, and integrity.
    • Ensure data integrity and security are maintained.
    • Perform backups per schedule and when necessary.
  • Evaluate and apply quarterly Oracle released Critical Patch Updates (CPUs) and security vulnerability patches.
  • Interact with Oracle for critical incidents, patches, changes, and upgrades/service bulletins.
  • Manage and administer concurrent managers, concurrent programs, request sets, request groups, workflows.
  • Troubleshoot database issues (e.g., workflow mailer, notifications, user reported, etc.).
  • Manage Oracle Recovery Manager (RMAN) for regular backups.
  • Manage Data Guard for disaster recovery replication.
  • Utilize Procedural Language/Structured Query Language (PL/SQL) Packages, Shell, and Perl scripts for task automation.
  • Review, develop, recommend, enforce, and adhere to agency database policies and standards to provide high availability, replication, archiving, access, and security.
  • Maintain and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) for Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) application software installation and configuration.
  • Enforce measures to maintain database storage capacity for all environments.
  • Identify opportunities to upgrade or replace software to meet the current and future requirements.
  • Identify opportunities for innovation and automation.
  • Develop and maintain supporting documentation (e.g., designs, etc.).
  • Provide strategic thinking and collaboration with extensive information sharing.
  • Produce all work products and deliverables with quality and on schedule.
Additional Information

Required Qualifications

  • Hands-on experience providing database support for Oracle databases aligned with Oracle applications
  • Proficiency across a wide range of database technologies
  • Experience creating and managing standalone Oracle databases
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify, diagnose, and resolve issues
  • Experience troubleshooting daily Oracle, SQL Server, and/or SQL Cluster issues, including error triage
  • Experience troubleshooting Oracle application related issues as they relate to database development, support, and management
  • Experience performing analysis of Oracle patches and open SRs
  • Experience responding to requests for change (RFCs) for maintenance and/or enhancements
  • Experience performing server maintenance, installing software patches, etc.
  • Experience performing impact analysis of periodically released Oracle product updates
  • Experience establishing and enforcing database security policies, user access controls, and data encryption 
  • Experience monitoring and optimizing database performance
  • Experience planning, implementing, and managing backup and recovery strategies 
  • Ability to create and maintain database documentation (e.g., configurations, procedures, processes, policies, etc.)
  • Ability to work individually and as part of a team
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with multiple levels of management and other stakeholders
  • Bachelor degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field OR Equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of relevant experienceÂ