Overview
On Site
$53 - $61 hourly
Contract - W2
Contract - Temp
Skills
Database Administration
Application Development
Production Support
Capacity Management
Backup
Recovery
Oracle RMAN
Database Performance Tuning
Optimization
SQL
Management
Database Security
Authentication
Documentation
Database Design
High Availability
Disaster Recovery
RAC
OCP
Microsoft
Database
Microsoft Certified Professional
Oracle
Oracle RAC
Application Service Management
Oracle ASM
Oracle Data Guard
Microsoft SQL Server
Microsoft SSIS
Microsoft SSRS
Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)
Unix
Linux
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Operating Systems
Operating Systems
Scripting
Windows PowerShell
Bash
Analytical Skill
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Artificial Intelligence
Messaging
Job Details
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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.
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
REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
* Certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) and Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) preferred
* 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
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
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.
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
REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
* Certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) and Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) preferred
* 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
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
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