Database Administrator I

Full-time - Entry Level

Philadelphia, PA

Educational Services

About the position

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) to join our Core Enterprise Systems (CES) team. As a DBA, you will work closely with experienced DBAs and be responsible for assisting in the maintenance, performance, security, and optimization of our Oracle databases. This role provides an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in database administration and grow their skills in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of Oracle databases to ensure their integrity, availability, and security.
• Implement and manage database backup and recovery strategies to minimize data loss in case of failures.
• Monitor and optimize database performance by identifying and resolving issues related to SQL queries, indexing, and resource utilization.
• Assist in implementing and maintaining security measures, including user access control, authentication, and encryption to protect sensitive data.
• Apply database patches and operating system updates as necessary to keep the Oracle environment up to date.
• Help diagnose and resolve database-related issues, providing support to end-users and collaborating with senior DBAs and other DU-IT teams as needed.
• Maintain and update database documentation, including schemas, configurations, and procedures for reference and audit purposes.
• Assist in planning and executing database migrations, upgrades, and data transfer projects.
• Work closely with senior DBAs, developers, external vendors and other IT teams to ensure the smooth operation of database systems in support of business applications.
• Participate in an on-call rotation to provide 24/7 support for critical database issues when required.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree or Equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of Three to Five years of experience.
• Basic understanding of database concepts and SQL.
• Knowledge of Oracle database management tools and utilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• A willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and best practices.

Nice-to-haves

• Oracle certification (e.g., Oracle Certified Associate) is a plus.
• Familiarity with database monitoring, performance tuning and management tools.
• Proven experience with Linux and shell scripting.
• Basic knowledge of database performance tuning techniques.
• Understanding database security best practices.
• Experience with Oracle PL/SQL programming is a plus.
• Familiarity with Oracle Cloud and cloud-based database services is a bonus.

Benefits

• Generous vacation and paid time off including civic engagement days.
• Up to an 11% 403(b) Retirement Plan match with immediate vesting.
• Remote and flexible work options for many roles.
• Exceptional medical plans including domestic partner and fertility assistance.
• Free tuition for employees and their dependents for Drexel degree programs.
• Participation in a tuition exchange program for dependents with other higher education institutions.