Senior Oracle Database Administrator

MINIMUM/GENERAL EXPERIENCE: 

Five (5) or more years of experience performing database security administration or information security functions in enterprise IT environments. Experience must include implementing government security policies and practices, supporting risk assessments, conducting security audits, and applying security controls to database platforms. The individual must demonstrate the ability to independently manage security-related responsibilities in support of mission-critical systems.  

MINIMUM EDUCATION: 

A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Systems, or a related technical field is required. Fifteen (15) years of applicable experience may be substituted for degree requirements. 

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)– Required 

ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE AREAS PREFERRED: 

• Proficiency in all core information security concepts and expert-level knowledge in at least six (6) of the following areas as applied to information security: 

– Authentication 
– Authorization 
– Access Controls 
– Firewalls 
– Secure Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) 
– Intrusion Prevention 
– Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) 
– Vulnerability remediation 
– Encryption 

• Experience implementing database security controls in Federal Government environments. 

• Experience performing audit and accreditation activities aligned with NIST SP 800-53. 

• Experience with database encryption, masking, and data protection using Oracle Advanced Security. 

•  Experience supporting incident response, investigations, and reporting processes. 

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. 

• Strong oral and written communication skills. 

The U.S. Census Bureau (USCB) is the nation’s leading source of high-quality data on the population and economy, supporting evidence-based decision-making across the Federal Government, industry, and the public. To sustain and modernize its data infrastructure, the Census Bureau is establishing an enterprise Database Center of Excellence (DCoE) to centralize and standardize database administration services across the organization. 

Census Bureau systems operate within a complex, heterogeneous IT ecosystem that includes multiple operating systems, database technologies, and deployment models. This position works collaboratively with program offices, infrastructure teams, and cybersecurity stakeholders to ensure consistent, secure, and compliant database services across the enterprise. 

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Provides senior-level database security administration and oversight in support of enterprise database environments.
  • Implements andenforces Federal Government security policies, standards, and best practices applicable to database platforms. 
  • Designs, configures, and manages database security controls including authentication, authorization, access controls, and encryption. 
  • Supports secure database architectures utilizing firewalls, secure virtual private networks (VPNs), and intrusion prevention mechanisms. 
  • Implements and manages Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)–based security solutions and encryption technologies. 
  • Performs database vulnerability assessments, remediation activities, and continuous monitoring in coordination with cybersecurity teams. 
  • Supports audit, assessment, and authorization (A&A) activities in accordance with NIST SP 800-53 security controls. 
  • Conducts and supports risk assessments, including identification, analysis, mitigation, and documentation of security risks. 
  • Supports incident investigation activities, including forensic analysis, reporting, and corrective action tracking. 
  • Implements data encryption and data redaction (display masking) solutions using Oracle Advanced Security. 
  • Develops and maintains security documentation, including system security plans (SSPs), control evidence, and audit artifacts. 
  • Works independently while coordinating with application teams, database administrators, and cybersecurity stakeholders. 
  • Communicates security risks, findings, and recommendations clearly to technical and non-technical audiences. 

We are seeking a Senior Database Administrator – Security to provide expert-level database security support, governance, and compliance oversight in support of mission-critical Census Bureau systems.

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

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WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• • Location: Suitland, MD 
  • Type of environment: Office 
  • Noise level: Low 
  • Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs. 
  • Amount of Travel: Less than 10% 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

U.S. Citizenship

Clearance: Public Trust – Moderate Risk

OTHER DUTIES 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY 

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.