Oracle DBA

Kforce•Allentown, PA

27d•Onsite

About The Position

Kforce has a client in Allentown, PA that is seeking an Oracle DBA. responsible for the design, implementation, configuration, maintenance, and performance of both Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server databases. This role ensures the availability, integrity, and security of all database systems, supports application development, and provides ongoing production support.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
5+ years of experience administering both Oracle (12c/19c) and SQL Server (2016/2019) in production environments
Proficiency with Oracle RAC, ASM, Data Guard, and SQL Server SSIS, SSRS, and SSMS
Solid understanding of Unix/Linux and Windows Server operating systems
Experience with automation and scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Bash)
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) and Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) preferred

Responsibilities

Install, configure, upgrade, and manage Oracle and SQL Server database environments
Monitor database systems for performance, availability, and capacity planning
Implement and maintain backup and recovery strategies using RMAN (Oracle) and native SQL Server tools
Perform database tuning and optimization for performance, including SQL query tuning and index management
Manage database security including roles, privileges, and authentication mechanisms
Develop and maintain documentation of database configurations, processes, and procedures
Work closely with development and infrastructure teams to support database design and development
Implement high availability and disaster recovery solutions (e.g., Data Guard, RAC, Always On Availability Groups)
Support patching, upgrades, and application deployments in test and production environments
Provide on-call support for critical database incidents and ensure timely resolution of issues