Senior Administrator - Database

We invite you to explore a future with us at PRA Group, a diverse and growing company that has a tangible impact on the global economy. Position Summary: Leads logical data modeling processes for basic and intermediate application database requirements. Converts logical data models into physical data models for intermediate application databases. Defines DBMS specific requirements (processes, physical file structure, schema and memory/CPU) to accommodate physical data models. Arranges for assistance from DBMS vendors and others to determine causes and solutions for database problems/issues. Supports root-cause analysis on complex incidents to provide future database resiliency. Provides intermediate database maintenance services to application development team. Identifies appropriate database performance and usage metrics. Participates in tests of back-up procedures to ensure integrity of the back-ups. Assists with recovery/roll-back as necessary. Recommends database and related technology solutions to improve overall application performance. Maintains understanding of the database software industry and provides direction for future solutions. Identifies internal DBA testing/troubleshooting requirements. Designs and documents software installation processes and DB standard operating configuration. Identifies and implements improvements to internal team processes or to supported business's processes, products, or services. Engages in vendor relationships for DBMS and 3rd party tools. Provides informal training to others on the team. Responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations and company policies across areas of organizational responsibility. Required Minimum Position Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field of study; and 5 years in the job offered or related occupation. Position also requires demonstrated experience in the following: Oracle RDBMS; Oracle Goldengate; Oracle SQL, PL/SQL; Oracle Exadata; OracleData Guard; Linux/Unix administration; and Linux/Unix scripting. Salary: $122, 400.00 per year Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm To Apply: Mail Resumes to PRA Group Inc., Attn: HR Solutions Center; 120 Corporate Blvd., Ste. 100, Norfolk, VA 23502 THIS NOTICE IS BEING POSTED IN CONNECTION WITH THE FILING OF AN APPLICATION FOR PERMANENT ALIEN LABOR CERTIFICATION. ALL APPLICANTS SHOULD REPORT DIRECTLY TO THE EMPLOYER. ANY PERSON MAY PROVIDE DOCUMENTARY EVIDENCE BEARING ON THE APPLICATION TO THE REGIONAL CERTIFYING OFFICER OF THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AT THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS: U.S. Department of Labor; Office of Foreign Labor Certification; 200 Constitution Avenue NW, Room N-5311; Washington, DC 20210 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, sex, gender, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, citizenship, or any other classes recognized by state or local law or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. We are a drug free workplace.