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Oracle DBA

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$57.50 - $78.25/hr

The Oracle DBA is responsible for defining, supporting, securing, and administering Oracle ... Oracle applications * Proficiency across a wide range of database technologies * Experience ...

Oracle DBA

Washington, DC

$57.50 - $78.25/hr

The Oracle DBA is responsible for defining, supporting, securing, and administering Oracle ... Oracle applications * Proficiency across a wide range of database technologies * Experience ...

Oracle DBA

Washington, DC

$57.50 - $78.25/hr

The Oracle DBA is responsible for defining, supporting, securing, and administering Oracle ... Oracle applications * Proficiency across a wide range of database technologies * Experience ...

O&M DBA

Washington, DC · On-site

$57.50 - $78.25/hr

At i360technologies, we deliver business consulting and technology solutions that support the mission of federal agencies. i360 is seeking an experienced Oracle Applications DBA to support a mission ...

Sybase DBA

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$53 - $72/hr

Sybase DBA Location: Jersey City, NJ(Onsite) Job Type: Full Time Must Have Technical/Functional ... within Oracle applications), SQL traces, SQLLDR Oracle application utilities. Roles ...

... Applications Development Framework (ADF) is a plus. Knowledge of OEM 12c is a plus Preferred Certifications Oracle Certified Associate (OCA) Oracle WebLogic Server 11g System Administrator or ...

... Administrator Oracle Enterprise Applications ) * Knowledge of C2M * Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field. * 6+ years of experience administering C2M or similar ...

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How much do oracle applications administrator jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for oracle applications administrator in the United States is $85,048.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,000.00 and $100,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Oracle Applications Administrator?

An Oracle Applications Administrator is a professional responsible for managing, configuring, and maintaining Oracle Applications, such as Oracle E-Business Suite or Oracle Fusion Applications. Their duties include user management, patch installation, system monitoring, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring the security and performance of the Oracle environment. They work closely with IT teams and business users to support application functionality and implement upgrades or customizations. This role is critical in ensuring that Oracle Applications run smoothly and meet organizational requirements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Oracle Applications Administrator, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Oracle Applications Administrator, you need in-depth knowledge of Oracle E-Business Suite, database administration, and system integration, often backed by a degree in computer science or related certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional. Familiarity with tools like Oracle SQL, PL/SQL, Oracle Application Framework, and experience managing patches, upgrades, and performance tuning are essential. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help administrators resolve issues quickly and collaborate with cross-functional teams. These competencies ensure the stability, security, and optimal performance of critical business applications.

What are some common challenges Oracle Applications Administrators face when managing system upgrades and patches?

One of the main challenges Oracle Applications Administrators encounter during upgrades and patching is ensuring minimal downtime while maintaining data integrity and system performance. Coordinating with various business units to schedule upgrades, thoroughly testing patches in a staging environment, and ensuring compatibility with existing customizations can be complex tasks. Administrators must also keep up with Oracle’s frequent release cycles and security updates, balancing the need for timely implementation with the risk of disrupting critical business operations. Strong communication and project management skills are essential for successfully navigating these challenges.
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Infographic showing various Oracle Applications Administrator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,048 per year, or $40.9 per hour.

Oracle DBA

BroadPoint Federal, Inc

Washington, DC • On-site, Remote

$57.50 - $78.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 27 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 experience