Database Manager / Administrator
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Indiana Office of Technology (IOT):
The Indiana Office of Technology provides cost-effective, secure, consistent, reliable enterprise-technology services to our partner agencies so that they can better serve our mutual customer, the Hoosier taxpayer. IOT will also act as the technology and solution enabler for the State, helping its partner agencies achieve business objectives and innovation.
Role Overview:
The Oracle Database Manager leads and oversees the administration, integrity, security, and performance of enterprise Oracle database environments. This role is responsible for managing a team of database professionals, guiding architectural decisions, ensuring compliance with standards, and optimizing database operations to support organizational goals.
The Oracle DBA Manager collaborates closely with application teams, infrastructure groups, security, and business stakeholders to deliver highly available and scalable Oracle database solutions. They provide strategic direction and hands‑on expertise to maintain current platforms, modernize legacy systems, and support future growth across mission‑critical workloads.
This is an onsite position at the Indiana Government Center in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Salary:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $79,118.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.
A Day in the Life:
Responsibilities include:
- Directing and overseeing database administration standards, procedures, policies, and best practices to ensure a secure and stable Oracle environment.
- Managing and mentoring Oracle DBA staff to ensure high‑quality execution, consistency, and professional growth.
- Evaluating new Oracle technologies, tools, and features to determine feasibility and alignment to organizational needs.
- Coordinating and leading database change execution, including migration, patching, upgrades, and performance improvements.
- Overseeing database performance monitoring, incident response, tuning, and capacity management.
- Partnering with application owners to evaluate database designs and integration architecture.
- Conducting database performance analysis including SQL tuning, workloads, bottleneck resolution, and execution plan reviews.
- Reviewing and approving changes related to schema design, data models, security configuration, backup strategy, and disaster recovery readiness.
- Ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
- Working with cross‑functional teams to resolve complex issues and drive continuous improvement.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours that may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for Success:
Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:
- Proven leadership abilities in managing and developing DBA teams.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to interact effectively across business and technical stakeholders.
- Extensive experience administering Oracle Database environments (11g, 12c, 19c and above).
- Strong proficiency in Oracle architecture, performance tuning, backup/recovery strategies, RMAN, Data Guard, GoldenGate, ASM, OEM, and RAC.
- Experience with database refresh automation, cloning, replication technologies, and multi‑environment coordination.
- Expertise in high‑availability design, disaster recovery planning, and enterprise failover solutions.
- Familiarity with cloud‑based Oracle environments such as Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) or hybrid architectures.
- Strong understanding of SQL, PL/SQL, and database coding best practices.
- Ability to review and evaluate complex database configurations, security requirements, and compliance mandates.
- Background in reviewing, approving, and executing database maintenance plans.
- Ability to lead migrations, upgrades, platform modernization, and performance remediation initiatives.
- Capability to communicate technical matters clearly to leadership and non‑technical audiences.
- A strategic mindset to drive standardization, automation, and long‑term database platform planning.
- Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
A degree is not required. However, at least 11+ years of experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes:
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
- Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
- Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
- A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
- 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
- Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
- Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
- 12 paid holidays, 14 in election years
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Group life insurance
- Referral Bonus program
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free Parking for most positions
- Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
Nearest Major Market: Indianapolis
