Oracle DBA

• Install, configure, troubleshoot, and performance tune MS SQL databases on Sun Unix, Linux, and Windows based operating systems.
• Evaluate and install new software releases, perform system upgrades, evaluate and install patches and resolve database related problems.
• Work jointly with networking engineers to install, configure, troubleshoot and performance tune database connectivity.
• Ensure uninterrupted database availability by managing physical and logical space. Measure growth and project for continued optimal performance and server upgrades.
• Maintain database security and where appropriate host security in accordance with company standards and industry best practices. This includes but is not limited to deployment of appropriate security patches, hot fixes, vulnerability scans and software and firmware upgrades.
• Work with other IT staff members to automate management tasks, streamline processes and perform standard administration functions as needed.
• Assist in IT disaster recovery planning.
• Participates in the development of policies, procedures, and resources that standardize the functioning of the systems and software and in accordance with company standards and industry best practices.
• Perform and adhere to established policies, and procedures.
• Assist more experienced staff in resolution of system and software issues related to the company's database systems.
• Coordinate with fellow IT staff to provide training and technical support to the user community on use of IT services.
• On-call responsibilities as required.
• Obtain and/or maintain technical certifications necessary for continued company growth and success.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

• Five years DBA experience.
• Strong knowledge of computer hardware, operating systems, and troubleshooting tools
• 5+ year experience with Oracle Database Administration, user management, database security, database monitoring, backup and recovery.
• 1+ years experience with SQL Server administration
• 3+ years experience with the administration of Sun Unix and/or Linux operating systems.
• Oracle RDMBS; 9i, 10g, and 11g
• Oracle RAC and Grid
• Microsoft SQL Server 2005
• SQL, Oracle PL/SQL, and Microsoft Transact-SQL
• Sun Unix, Linux, and Microsoft Windows operating systems
• IIS or Apache Web Server architecture.
• Network storage technologies.
• Backup software installation, configuration, and operation
• TCP/IP
• Unix Shell Scripting (Korn) and Perl
• Data center technologies including enterprise monitoring and event management.
• Strong project management skills
• Strong security knowledge and ability for securing and maintaining data for safety and to meet or exceed standards required by HIPAA, Sarbanes/Oxley and other regulations.
• Technical expertise of personal computing systems, peripheral equipment, and applications
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work well under various urgent and time sensitive situations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management of Information Systems, or a related degree, or equivalent education and work experience.
• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) or MCTS: SQL Server 2005 strongly desired.