Database Administrator

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Ref: RQ09494 Contract - Approx. 9 Months 222 Jarvis Street, Toronto (Hybrid – 3 Days Onsite)
Posted Date: July 03, 2025
Location: 222 Jarvis Street, Toronto (Hybrid – 3 Days Onsite)
Public Sector Experience: Government Services Integration Cluster – Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery (former MGCS)
Contract End Date: March 31, 2026 *
Rate: $86/hr

The Government Services Integration Cluster is seeking a Senior Database Administrator to support the Shared Utility Service/Middleware team by managing Oracle and MS SQL Server environments, including optimization, performance tuning, backup/recovery, and security. This role involves supporting client onboarding to Shared Utility Service hosting, including new database setup and ongoing administration.

Key Responsibilities
  • Create physical database designs and manage Oracle 12c/19c multi-tenant environments
  • Administer Oracle RAC/Grid infrastructure and ASM
  • Perform RMAN backup and restore operations
  • Configure and manage Oracle Dataguard (physical and logical)
  • Maintain Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM) for alerting and reporting
  • Develop and maintain UNIX shell scripts for database tasks
  • Support SQL tuning and database performance optimization
  • Ensure secure data operations using ASO/TDE encryption
Must-Have Skills
  • 10+ years of Oracle DBA experience
  • Oracle 12c/19c with multi-tenant architecture
  • Oracle RAC with Grid infrastructure/ASM
  • Experience with OEM 19c alerting/reporting and Unified Auditing
  • UNIX shell scripting, SQL optimization, and tuning
  • Experience with Oracle DB hosting on public cloud
Engagement Details
  • Start Date: June 23, 2025 | End Date: March 31, 2026
  • Closing Date: July 8, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. EST
  • Work Arrangement: Hybrid (3 Days Onsite at 222 Jarvis St, 2 Days Remote)
  • Max Submissions: 1
* Final role details, responsibilities, and terms will be confirmed with shortlisted candidates. Compensation may vary based on experience. Errors and omissions excepted.