Senior Database Administrator

Ottawa 9 days agoContractor External
Negotiable
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 • Install, configure, and maintain Oracle Database and Microsoft SQL Server (on-prem and Azure cloud HA environments). • Perform database performance tuning, analysis, and monitoring. • Implement and maintain backup/recovery strategies (RMAN, point-in-time recovery). • Execute database security administration and ensure authorized data access. • Maintain schema objects and support production migrations. • Ensure data consistency and adherence to data model standards. • Troubleshoot and resolve database technical issues, including complex escalations. • Support and collaborate with existing DBA teams. • Deliver additional related tasks as required. Required Technical Experience (Minimum 5+ Years) Recent hands-on experience with: • Azure SQL & Azure SQL Managed Instance (MI) • Oracle Exadata deployed in Azure environments • Oracle 19c and SQL Server 2019+ • Cloud SQL PaaS services (Azure) • Oracle Exadata Database Service • PostgreSQL on Azure • Oracle Exadata, Data Guard, RAC • RMAN (backup, restore, PITR) • Data Pump (database/data migration) • Oracle TDE (Transparent Data Encryption) Additional Considered Qualifications • Experience with Oracle Autonomous Database • Knowledge of Commvault • Knowledge of Dynatrace • Certifications such as: • Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate • Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate • Oracle Cloud certifications • OCP or equivalent Equipment & Access Requirem