Oracle Applications DBA

Description

The Oracle Database Administrator is responsible for the administration, management, and security of database applications to ensure integrity and user access. 1. Performs database administration and management activities in a safe, recoverable, and professional manner that ensures the optimal operation of all database environments by (50%)Designing, implementing, and monitoring database functionality to ensure a stable environment that supports business continuity;Maintaining the production, test, and development database environments associated with the daily operations and support of the Oracle database administration;Addressing Oracle Financials database upgrade challenges and issues related to customization to ensure a smooth and successful transition upgrade;Upholding enterprise policy guidelines and recommending new and improved guidelines to ensure compatibility and better service for endusers; andStaying abreast of the most current release of Oracle, including compatibility issues with operating systems, thirdparty software and utilities.2. Provides support for database security and SOX audits to ensure database integrity and user access by (10%)Assisting in the application and implementation of procedures for data standards and guidelines on data ownership, coding structures, and data replication to ensure access to, and integrity of data sets;Managing user security and access to databases to provide controlled access environment;Investigating, reviewing, applying, and testing all patches and bug fixes in the database environment;Maintaining security according to best practices and generating security solutions that balance auditor requirements with user requirements; andMaintaining uptodate plans for disaster recovery and fail over capabilities and testing as required.3. Monitors system/application performance in a large 24x7 environment and provides suggestion for system performance improvement to ensure optimal system/application performance by (20%)Identifying and initiating resolutions to user problems/concerns associated with database server equipment (hardware and software);Identifying potential service level problems before they occur and notifying appropriate parties;Performance tuning;