Senior Database Administrator
- Location: Ottawa, ON
- Remote: Hybrid
- Type: Contract
- Job #34775
Our Ottawa based client in the Finance industry is looking for Senior SECRET security Cleared Database Administrator to support enterprise storage and database services across on-prem and Azure cloud environments. The Consultant will install, configure, maintain, secure, and optimize database platforms while providing operational support and resolving complex technical issues.
Key Responsibilities
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Install, configure, and maintain Oracle Database and Microsoft SQL Server (on-prem and Azure cloud HA environments).
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Perform database performance tuning, analysis, and monitoring.
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Implement and maintain backup/recovery strategies (RMAN, point-in-time recovery).
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Execute database security administration and ensure authorized data access.
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Maintain schema objects and support production migrations.
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Ensure data consistency and adherence to data model standards.
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Troubleshoot and resolve database technical issues, including complex escalations.
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Support and collaborate with existing DBA teams.
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Deliver additional related tasks as required.
Required Technical Experience (Minimum 5+ Years)
Recent hands-on experience with:
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Azure SQL & Azure SQL Managed Instance (MI)
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Oracle Exadata deployed in Azure environments
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Oracle 19c and SQL Server 2019+
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Cloud SQL PaaS services (Azure)
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Oracle Exadata Database Service
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PostgreSQL on Azure
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Oracle Exadata, Data Guard, RAC
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RMAN (backup, restore, PITR)
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Data Pump (database/data migration)
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Oracle TDE (Transparent Data Encryption)
Additional Considered Qualifications
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Experience with Oracle Autonomous Database
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Knowledge of Commvault
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Knowledge of Dynatrace
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Certifications such as:
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Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
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Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
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Oracle Cloud certifications
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OCP or equivalent
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