Oracle Database Administrator

Job Description

Role Summary:

Reporting to Senior Manager for Risk & Compliance, this role is for an Oracle database administrator, liaising directly with the application administrators and Senior leadership. Role requires a self-motivated individual capable of supporting and monitoring Oracle databases, identifying potential problems and pro-actively driving the best resolution.

Essential Responsibilities:

Oracle Database Administrator supporting high availability RAC databases

Implementation & support of cluster grid infrastructure using ASM on RHEL with thin provisioned SAN storage

Build and support of encrypted databases using Oracle TDE encryption

Administration of databases in an Oracle Data Vault secured configuration

Daily operational duties related to Database backups and development of backup scripts

Administration of databases via Oracle Enterprise Manager

Administration of user accounts and Oracle database white glove end user support

Support databases through grid infrastructure monitoring and housekeeping scripts, including Linux shell scripting

P1 priority database support

Drive proactive patching plans to apply Oracle patching

Maintain and apply current knowledge of Oracle databases; keep abreast of new and emerging related technologies

Support team deliverables; clearly recognized as a subject matter expert for Oracle databases

Qualifications/Requirements:

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Software Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology Engineering, Computer Science or Engineering or equivalent work experience

Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) qualified or equivalent training experience
Eligibility Requirements:

Must be willing to work out of Cheltenham, UK site
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-EU/EEA candidates may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled EU/EEA candidate is available to take up the post, as the employing body is unlikely, in these circumstances, to satisfy the Resident Labour Market Test. For further information please visit the UK Border Agency website http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/visas-immigration/working
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance
https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/61212/hmg-personnel-security-controls.pdf
UK Security Clearance (SC) is required and must be maintained for this role.
Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements for UK Security Clearance are not eligible for this role on grounds of national security. If UK Security Clearance is not obtained, any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security.

Desired Characteristics:

Strong communication skills, working across technical teams including technical 3rd parties and senior managers

Self-motivated, able to work independently

Proven problem resolution skills through technology

Ability to manage multiple priorities across the technology stack

Ability to identify, quantify and resolve technical problems

Recent experience of Oracle 12.1 RAC on RHEL 6, with TDE and Data Vault

Practical knowledge of legacy Oracle releases including 8.1, 9.2, 10.2 and 11.2 on Microsoft Windows and Solaris

Substantial technical experience across Computing and Infrastructure industry

Experience with implementing database solutions in enterprise level Data Centres

Experienced of working in ITIL controlled environment

About Us:

At GE Aviation, we are imagination at work. Whether we’re
manufacturing components for our GEnx engines or driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction, the GE Aviation
teams are dedicated to turning imaginative ideas into advances in aviation that solve some of the world’s toughest
problems. Join us and you’ll find yourself in a dynamic environment where our ongoing, substantial investment in
research and development keeps us moving forward and looking ahead. At GE, developing people is embedded in our
culture and integral to our growth. Here you’ll work collaboratively and across functions with the highest caliber
talent, utilizing cutting-edge technology and processes. Whether it’s the next generation of ecomagination products
or the future of aircraft engines, we’ve got the state-of-the-art resources to make those innovations a reality. If you’re
passionate about aviation and looking for a career rich with challenges and unlimited opportunities for growth and
advancement, then join GE in reengineering the sky through aviation innovations that will impact the globe for
generations to come.

Additional Locations:

United Kingdom;Cheltenham;