Sr. Database Admin / Engineer - Exadata

Columbia Technology Partners • Annapolis Junction, MD

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About The Position

Columbia Technology Partners is seeking a Senior Oracle Database Administrator to support large-scale, enterprise-level database environments. In this role, you will serve as a technical leader, driving the design and delivery of high-impact database solutions across complex IT engagements. As a senior-level contributor, you'll work closely with stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable, secure, and high-performing database architectures. You will play a key role in modernizing environments, optimizing performance, and ensuring solutions align with both technical and operational objectives. This position also offers the opportunity to contribute at an architectural level-integrating modern cloud and platform services (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) with Oracle best practices to deliver innovative, full-stack solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field (or additional relevant experience in lieu of degree)
• 10+ years of experience administering and engineering solutions with Oracle databases (version 10 and above)
• Strong background in database design, data modeling, and enterprise architecture concepts
• Hands-on experience with RAC, RMAN backup and recovery, and performance tuning in production environments
• Experience with Oracle Exadata, database security tools, Data Guard and/or DB Vault, and data migration strategies
• Familiarity with enterprise database management tools, including Oracle Enterprise Manager Cloud Control
• Ability to work independently while managing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams
• U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants.
• All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.
• DOD 8570 Certification
• This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise Oracle database environments supporting high-availability and mission-critical systems
• Lead database architecture, solution design, and full lifecycle implementation efforts across complex programs
• Gather and interpret customer requirements to support database migration, optimization, and troubleshooting initiatives
• Perform database performance monitoring, tuning, and optimization to ensure system efficiency and reliability
• Deploy and manage Oracle technologies including RAC environments and RMAN backup/recovery solutions
• Support database security, including implementation of controls such as Data Guard, DB Vault, and label security
• Utilize tools such as Oracle Enterprise Manager Cloud Control to monitor and manage database performance and health
• Execute and support data migration and transformation efforts across environments
• Provide technical guidance and subject matter expertise to stakeholders, helping drive informed technical decisions
• Recommend and implement enhancements that improve scalability, reliability, and overall system performance

Benefits

• Medical: CTP offers 3 superior plans, bringing our employees both in-network and out-of-network options.
• Vision + Dental: Both free to you + paid in full by CTP.
• Retirement: 401k - 6% company contribution
• PTO + Leave: Offering customizable leave plans to meet your needs.
• Jury Duty, Bereavement + Military Leave provided.
• Career Growth: Up to $10,000 provided for approved career-related learning, training, education, and/or tuition.
• Life and AD&D Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability: At zero cost to you.
• Profit Sharing Bonus: End of year cash gets added to your bottom-line.
• Referral Bonus Program: Our tiered program provides an incentive with each stage of the hiring process your referral passes. Our bonuses range from $7,000-$20,000, if your referral joins the team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior