Database Administrator - 00151
About The Position
The DGS Office of Information Systems & Services (ISS) is seeking a skilled Database Administrator to support and enhance our enterprise Oracle and SQL Server environments. This role is responsible for the administration, maintenance, and long‑term planning of mission‑critical databases to ensure high availability, strong performance, and robust security. At DGS, we are committed to advancing the Commonwealth’s strategic vision through innovative and effective use of technology. Our culture is built on trust, partnership, and personal accountability as we serve our customers. ISS is a customer‑focused organization dedicated to delivering technology solutions that empower our agency and its partners. We are looking for an experienced Database Administrator who will play a key role in maintaining the reliability and integrity of our enterprise data systems—an essential component of DGS’s operational and strategic success. This position offers a hybrid work schedule, with two days of telework and three days onsite each week, following the successful completion of the required training period and in alignment with agency telework policy.
Requirements
- Experience as a Database Administrator working with Oracle 19c or Oracle 26ai.
- Strong understanding of the database development lifecycle, including data modeling, database coding, testing, and implementation.
- Working knowledge of high‑availability (HA) solutions, including support for Oracle RAC environments.
- Knowledge of Windows Server operating systems.
- Understanding of Change Management Control processes.
- Familiarity with Oracle Advanced Security and encryption configuration.
- Experience with Linux and Unix system administration.
- Database administration experience with Microsoft SQL Server.
Responsibilities
- Installing, configuring, upgrading, and tuning Oracle and SQL Server databases to optimize performance.
- Developing and implementing comprehensive backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies.
- Ensuring database security and compliance with agency, state, and federal policies.
- Collaborating with application development teams on data modeling, solution design, and testing.
- Providing Linux system administration support and participating in on‑call rotations for critical systems.
- Establishing and enforcing data standards, guidelines, and best practices.
- Creating and maintaining detailed documentation for database configurations and operational procedures.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
