Peraton

Database Administrator (Oracle)

Peraton  •  $104k - $166k/yr  •  Herndon, VA (Hybrid)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Database Administrator (Oracle) to join our team in the greater DMV area, supporting the Army National Guard.

Responsibilities

  • Administer, secure, and optimize enterprise Oracle database platforms across development, test, staging, and production environments.
  • Lead Oracle schema design, PL/SQL development, data modeling, partitioning, performance tuning, and query optimization for mission‑critical workloads.
  • Manage Oracle lifecycle activities: RMAN backups, Data Guard replication, recovery operations, RAC/ASM administration, Exadata and hybrid Oracle deployments.
  • Apply DISA STIGs and Oracle‑specific security controls; coordinate vulnerability scanning, patching cycles, and RMF/FISMA evidence collection.
  • Troubleshoot and remediate complex Oracle issues (performance bottlenecks, incidents, vulnerabilities) and lead forensic/incident support with SOC/CIRT.
  • Coordinate consolidation, licensing optimization, and migration strategies for Oracle environments (on‑prem to cloud/hybrid).
  • Implement automation and operational tooling for provisioning, patching, monitoring, and capacity planning.
  • Produce architecture/runbooks, maintenance plans, audit evidence, and decision‑grade briefings for program leadership.
  • Mentor junior DBAs and enforce configuration management, change control, and high‑availability practices.

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Qualifications

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD
  • Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance.

  • Candidate must meet ONE of the following:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or Software Engineering; OR
    • Relevant DoD/military training (examples: Oracle University DB Admin courses (required); DISA (421) Training); OR
    • Relevant professional certification or equivalent experience (examples: Oracle Database Administration Certified Professional (OCP) (required); Security+; Cloud+; GSEC; SSCP).
  • Required experience and skills:

    • Oracle DBA/database administration experience with at least 3 years managing large‑scale, enterprise Oracle environments.
    • Hands‑on expertise with Oracle RMAN, Data Guard, RAC, ASM, Exadata administration, PL/SQL, partitioning, and advanced performance tuning.
    • Proven experience applying DISA STIGs, supporting RMF/ATO evidence requirements, and coordinating patching/vulnerability remediation in DoD or regulated contexts.
    • Strong scripting/automation skills (Shell, Python, SQL), monitoring/observability tool proficiency, and backup/recovery strategy design.
    • Demonstrated ability to produce audit‑quality documentation, runbooks, and migration/consolidation plans.
  • Desired:

    • Prior DoD/ARNG/enterprise Oracle DBA experience and familiarity with cloud Oracle services and hybrid migration patterns.
    • Experience optimizing Oracle licensing and managing Exadata or similar engineered systems.

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Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

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EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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About Peraton

At Peraton, we're at the forefront of delivering the next big thing every day. We're the partner of choice to help solve some of the world's most daunting challenges, delivering bold, new solutions to keep people around the world safer and more secure.

How do we do it? By thinking differently. We're not mired in the past. We look at all problems with fresh eyes. We look past the obvious to bring the best talent, tech, and ideas together to completely transform how things get done. So bring your unique ideas, your entrepreneurial spirit, and your drive to succeed and get ready to be part of something bigger. Get ready to do the can't be done.

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Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Reston, Virginia
Year Founded
2017
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