Senior Oracle Database Administrator
Koniag Government Services
ATS Job ID 24100389 KGS is seeking qualified candidates for our open positions, but we will only extend an offer of employment after a candidate applies through the link in our job posting. If you receive a job offer via email only and have not been interviewed by the KGS hiring manager, feel free to contact KGSrecruiting@koniag-gs.com to verify its validity. Arlluk Technology Solutions, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Senior Oracle Database Administrator to support ATS and our government customer in Chantilly, VA. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust. This position is for a Future New Business Opportunity. We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more. Arlluk Technology Solutions LLC, a Koniag Government Services subsidiary, is seeking skilled professionals to support the Defense Health Agency's Technology Support Branch (TSB) in providing flexible, agile delivery services for various Military Health System (MHS) applications. The role involves working on critical systems such as PCOS, CCQAS, DMHRSi, EAS IV, ESSENCE, and PHIMT, which are essential for managing healthcare claims, provider credentialing, human resources, cost allocation, disease surveillance, and health information management. The ideal candidate will contribute to application development and sustainment, focusing on delivering high-quality solutions across ten core IT domains, including configuration management, cybersecurity, digital transformation, software engineering, and application support. This position requires expertise in agile methodologies and the ability to work collaboratively within a dynamic military healthcare environment. Arlluk Technology Solutions is seeking an experienced Senior Oracle Database Administrator to lead our database management efforts in support of the Defense Health Agency. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of Oracle database technologies and proven experience in managing complex, large-scale database environments within a healthcare context. This role is crucial in ensuring the performance, security, and reliability of critical MHS databases while providing leadership and mentorship to the database team. Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to: The Senior Oracle Database Administrator will be responsible for leading the design, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of Oracle database systems supporting MHS applications. Key responsibilities include: Lead the design and implementation of complex Oracle database architectures for MHS applications. Develop and enforce database standards, best practices, and procedures across the organization. Perform advanced database tuning, optimization, and troubleshooting to ensure optimal performance. Design and implement robust backup, recovery, and high-availability solutions for critical databases. Manage database security, including advanced access controls, encryption, and auditing strategies. Collaborate with application development teams to optimize database designs and complex SQL queries. Plan and oversee major database upgrades, patches, and migrations with minimal downtime. Conduct capacity planning and performance forecasting for database systems. Implement and manage Oracle Real Application Clusters (RAC) and other advanced high-availability solutions. Mentor junior DBAs and provide technical leadership to the database team. Evaluate new Oracle technologies and recommend innovative solutions to enhance database capabilities. Serve as the escalation point for critical database issues and participate in on-call rotations. Education and Experience: Required: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field with 8-10 years of experience in Oracle database administration, or Master's degree in a relevant field with 6-8 years of experience in Oracle database administration, or PhD in a relevant field with 3-5 years of experience in Oracle database administration Required Skills and Competencies: Extensive experience with Oracle Database administration (version 12c and above) Advanced knowledge of Oracle SQL, PL/SQL, and performance tuning techniques Expertise in Oracle RAC, Data Guard, ASM, and other high-availability solutions Proficiency in advanced database security features and best practices Experience with Oracle Exadata and other engineered systems Strong knowledge of backup and recovery strategies, including RMAN and Data Pump Expertise in database capacity planning and resource management Proficiency with Oracle Enterprise Manager and other monitoring/management tools Experience leading database projects and mentoring junior DBAs Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance Desired Skills and Competencies: Experience working in government or military healthcare environments Oracle Certified Master (OCM) certification Knowledge of healthcare IT systems and standards (e.g., HL7, FHIR, DICOM) Experience with cloud-based Oracle solutions (e.g., Oracle Cloud, AWS RDS for Oracle) Familiarity with database automation and DevOps practices Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and ETL processes Experience with Oracle GoldenGate or other advanced replication technologies Understanding of HIPAA and FISMA compliance requirements for database systems Familiarity with non-Oracle databases (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL) for heterogeneous environments Experience with performance tuning of very large databases (VLDBs) Working Environment & Conditions This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. This position is primarily indoors, consistent with a standard office position and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. The incumbent is required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The workload may require the incumbent to sit for extended periods of time. The incumbent must be able to read, do simple math calculations and withstand moderate amounts of stress. The incumbent must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment. The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require accommodation to navigate or to apply for a position on our website, please contact Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodation. Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352
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