Application Database Administrator
Think Tank, Inc.Role Overview
Think Tank, Inc. is hiring a senior-level Application Database Administrator. This is a contract role in Silver Spring. Part of Think Tank, Inc.'s Security hiring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
- US Citizenship Required
- Position is Subject to Contract Award
REQUIREMENTS
- Expertise in Agile Methodology
- Prior federal work experience
- Experience with ETL process
- Proficient with Oracle E-Business Suite, Oracle EBS Application Architecture, and SQL
- Familiarity with federal IT security controls and audit requests, including SSO and MFA
- Great communication skills
- 8+ years of experience administering Oracle EBS environments in federal or large-scale enterprise settings.
- Strong experience with Oracle 12c/19c database administration, backup/recovery (RMAN), and high availability using Data Guard.
- Expertise in Fusion Middleware (WebLogic, OAM, OID), EBS application tiers, and concurrent processing.
- Familiarity with AWS-hosted environments, Oracle on Linux (RedHat), and cloud-based performance/security monitoring tools.
- Proficiency in shell scripting, PL/SQL, and managing complex integration interfaces.
- Understanding of federal security standards and audit protocols including ATO, FISCAM, and FISMA.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage comprehensive schedule for Oracle quarterly CPU patch, cloning request, monthly database and filesystem space management/cleanup, capacity management, performance tuning and evaluation.
- Configure, maintain, and secure Oracle WebLogic Server, Oracle Access Manager (OAM), Oracle Internet Directory (OID), Oracle HTTP Server (OHS), and Oracle Forms/Reports 12c.
- Support Oracle Discoverer (legacy), Oracle Warehouse Builder (OWB), and integration with Amazon Redshift/EDW for financial reporting.
- Administer and monitor Fusion Middleware components including SSL, SSO, and SFTP channels.
- Coordinate with Infrastructure team for system patching, storage management, and network configurations.
- Evaluate critical Oracle EBS security issues (content, internal controls, access levels, etc.) and make recommendations.
- Ensure compliance with FISMA, NIST, and EXIM IT security controls including audit logging, account reviews, configuration management, and DR/COOP planning.
- Participate in annual COOP exercises and disaster recovery drills; maintain accurate DR plans and recovery scripts.
- Provide technical support and documentation for OCFO and IT audit walkthroughs, ATO renewals, and system security plans.
- Maintain and administer Oracle 12c/19c databases supporting Oracle EBS R12 (12.2.11), including production, development, test, UAT, and DR environments hosted in AWS.
- Perform daily database health checks, monitor performance, optimize SQL queries, and manage backup/recovery using RMAN and Data Guard.
- Implement and maintain Oracle's Advanced Security features (e.g., TDE encryption, fine-grained auditing, wallet authentication).
- Manage and troubleshoot concurrent processing, workflows, and concurrent managers in the EBS stack.
- Apply Oracle Critical Patch Updates (CPUs), PSU patches, and perform regular cloning, patching, and upgrades
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Application Database Administrator position at Think Tank, Inc.?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Think Tank, Inc.. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Application Database Administrator position at Think Tank, Inc. located?
This position is based in Silver Spring. Think Tank, Inc. has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Application Database Administrator at Think Tank, Inc. earn?
Think Tank, Inc. has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Application Database Administrator role at Think Tank, Inc. posted?
This role was posted on March 19, 2026 (86 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
How much experience does the Application Database Administrator role at Think Tank, Inc. require?
This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Think Tank, Inc. lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.
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