Senior Oracle Lead with Security Clearance

Currently, ManTech is seeking a Senior Oracle Lead to join our team in Washington DC. As a Senior Oracle Lead within ManTech’s Foreign Affairs division, you will play a critical role in supporting the CAEIO program at the Department of State. You will be a key technical advisor and leader, responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of Oracle database solutions that ensure the stability, security, and performance of critical consular systems. This position requires a deep understanding of Oracle technologies, strong collaboration skills, and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments. Key Responsibilities: * Strategic Leadership:
* Develop and implement comprehensive strategies for:
* Oracle containerization initiatives
* Exadata patching and maintenance
* Consular Consolidated Database services
* Ensure alignment with the overall Oracle strategy for the Foreign Affairs division. * Technical Expertise:
* Provide expert-level guidance and support on:
* Oracle Enterprise Linux upgrades (8.x and above)
* Management of legacy Oracle systems (below version 8)
* Oracle integrations for web services across the CA portfolio
* Oracle service-oriented architecture (SOA) and database integration services
* Champion zero-downtime patching concepts to maintain continuous system uptime. * Solution Development and Implementation:
* Identify, develop, and test solutions in lower environments, ensuring smooth code promotions.
* Maximize test procedure effectiveness and pre-deployment planning in the non-production environment (NPE). * Collaboration and Communication:
* Coach and consult on system readiness and release plans, including comprehensive checklists.
* Facilitate collaboration with Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) teams on Exadata test procedures for zero-downtime patching.
* Represent the client during cyber boundary discussions, clearly articulating application dependencies and control ownership.
* Effectively communicate database needs and priorities to external groups, including:
* ISSO (Information Systems Security Office)
* Diplomatic Technology
* IV&V
* Service Delivery Operations
* TIOCA development team leads
* Application product owners * Change Management and Lifecycle Support:
* Possess a strong understanding of Department of State post hardware refresh cycles.
* Demonstrate expertise in change management planning across the CA organization. Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
* 10+ years of progressive experience2 with Oracle database administration, including extensive experience with Exadata.
* Proven ability to develop and implement Oracle strategies in complex environments.
* Strong understanding of containerization, patching methodologies, and zero-downtime concepts.
* Experience with Oracle Enterprise Linux, web services integration, and SOA.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
* Ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications: * Experience working with Department of State systems and processes.
* Familiarity with consular affairs programs and technologies.
* Relevant Oracle certifications. Clearance Requirements: * Must be a U.S. Citizen.
* Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret clearance.
* A current and active Secret clearance strongly preferred. Physical Requirements : * Must be able to remain in stationary position for up to 50% of the time.
* Must be able to deliver clear and effective communication both verbally and non-verbally to deliver updates; briefings; or interface with co-workers; leadership as well as customer.
* Must be able to work in an office environment and be able to freely move within this space to utilize office equipment as well as interface with co-workers and customer.
* Must be able to effectively use IT peripherals such as laptop, desktop, printer, fax machine, etc.
* Must be able to deliver presentations as needed.
* Must be able to review; decipher and understand program manuals; software/hardware manuals; training manuals; etc.