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TekSynap · 13 hours ago

Senior Oracle Database Administrator

Suitland, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

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. 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.

ComputerInformation ServicesInformation Technology

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provides senior-level database security administration and oversight in support of enterprise database environments

Implements and enforces 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

Qualification

CISSPDatabase security administrationNIST SP 800-53Oracle Advanced SecurityInformation security conceptsRisk assessmentsIncident responseCommunication skillsWork independently

Required

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

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

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) – Required

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