**Job Title:** Oracle Database Administrator
**Location:** Onsite: Morrisville, NC, USA
**Job Summary:**
We are seeking a highly skilled **Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)** to manage and optimize our enterprise database systems. This role involves installing, configuring, and maintaining Oracle databases, ensuring high availability, security, and performance. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to support mission-critical applications in a dynamic environment.
**In this role, you will**
**Database Installation & Configuration**
+ Install and maintain Oracle database software across multiple environments.
+ Create and manage storage structures with robust security features.
+ Alter storage structures to meet evolving business requirements.
**User Management & Security**
+ Set up and manage database user accounts and roles.
+ Implement and regularly update database security protocols to ensure compliance.
+ Manage authentication and access control policies to safeguard data integrity.
**Performance Monitoring & Tuning**
+ Monitor database performance and resource utilization using Oracle tools.
+ Perform tuning and optimization to ensure efficient query execution and system stability.
**Backup & Recovery**
+ Develop and implement autonomous backup strategies.
+ Manage recovery procedures to prevent data loss and ensure business continuity.
**Capacity Planning & Maintenance**
+ Conduct ongoing capacity planning to forecast storage and resource needs.
+ Apply patches and updates to maintain system health and compliance.
**Troubleshooting & Support**
+ Identify and resolve database performance issues, outages, and technical problems.
+ Provide technical support and guidance to developers and end-users.
+ Debug malfunctioning programs affecting database integrity.
**Documentation & Training**
+ Maintain comprehensive documentation of database configurations, changes, and troubleshooting steps.
+ Train users on accessing and utilizing database resources effectively.
**What you'll need to succeed (required skills)**
+ Bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
+ Proven experience as an Oracle Database Administrator.
+ Strong knowledge of Oracle database design, coding, and documentation.
+ Expertise in database backup procedures, recovery systems, and SQL.
+ Familiarity with programming languages and APIs.
+ Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
+ Ability to visualize and implement algorithmic structures.
**Preferred skills: what will help you stand out**
+ Experience with Oracle RAC, Data Guard, and ASM.
+ Knowledge of cloud-based Oracle solutions (OCI).
+ Exposure to performance tuning tools and advanced security features.
**Benefits:** Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
+ Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
+ Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
+ 401(k) plan and contributions
+ Long-term/Short-term Disability
+ Paid Parental Leave
+ Employee Stock Purchase Plan
At Cognizant, we're eager to meet people who believe in our mission and can make an impact in various ways. We strongly encourage you to apply even if you only meet the required skills listed. Consider what transferrable experience and skills make you a unique applicant and help us see how you'd be beneficial to this role.
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in USA without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
**Work model:**
At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role's business requirements, **this is an onsite position requiring 5 days a week at the client site in Morrisville, NC, USA.**
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
**Disclaimer:** The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
"Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws."
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.