Oracle Applications Engineer

Information Technology Strategies, Inc. is a government IT solutions provider servicing commercial and government initiative in various parts of the United States. We are currently seeking a Oracle Applications Engineer to work for our company.

Summary: 

• Client Agency is Defense Logistics Agency.
• Eligibility to obtain a U.S. Government SECRET / TOP SECRET Clearance. (Basic Federal Clearance requirements are U.S. Citizenship, clear criminal history check, no recent or pending bankruptcies)
• Designs, develops, modifies, and maintains advanced technical solutions within the Oracle EBS R12.x environment (specifically R12.2.5 or higher) and its underlying database.
• Creates and customizes RICEFW (Reports, Interfaces, Conversion, Extensions, Forms Personalization, Workflow) and CEMLI objects using Oracle Apps Forms, Oracle Developer 2000, PL/SQL, Java, OAF, Workflow Builder, and XML Publisher.
• Implements and supports data and application integrations using various methods including Open Interface tables, APIs, EAI tools, BPEL, AQ, EDI, REST API, SOAP, and SOA.
• Utilizes advanced programming skills in Oracle PL/SQL, including Stored Procedures, Constraints, Joins, Keys, Indexes, Data Import/Export, Triggers, Cursors, and SQL Loader.
• Applies hands-on programming skills in Java/J2EE, REST API, and SOAP.
• Analyzes functional requirements to create/modify system and service architectures and designs, and write detailed technical design documents and unit test scripts with an excellent command of the English language.
• Provides technical expertise for Oracle EBS functional modules and process flows, applying knowledge of DoD and Federal Business processes.
• Conducts thorough code reviews and design evaluations, providing expert guidance on best practices to enhance code quality, performance, and maintainability.
• Fosters a culture of continuous improvement aimed at enhancing stability and efficiency across the system.
• Minimizes operational downtime for critical maintenance by expediting the deployment of approved changes, fixes, updates, and solutions.
• Implements automation for manual maintenance tasks, deployment processes, diagnostic health checks, validation procedures, and reporting to ensure swift and efficient operations.
• Collaborates with vendor technical support, enterprise system administration teams, and project development staff for seamless COTS/SaaS integrations.
• Writes and maintains robust unit, functional, and integration tests, supporting automation in a continuous integration environment.
• Continuously advances the application platform to align with scaling, security, and compliance requirements.
• Possesses expertise in relevant Government departments (such as DoD) and program environments (such as the DAI federal shared service environment).
• Works with Unix/Linux environments related to Oracle EBS operations.
• Possess working knowledge of the Oracle Service Request (SR) process.

Requirements: 

• Eligibility to obtain a U.S. Government SECRET / TOP SECRET Clearance. (Basic Federal Clearance requirements are U.S. Citizenship, clear criminal history check, no recent or pending bankruptcies)
•  Must have 7+ years’ years of experience in a relevant technical role, specifically with Oracle EBS development and support.
• Must have experience supporting DoD or Federal Oracle shared service providers on an Oracle EBS R12.2 platform or higher is required.
• Must have advanced computer programming skills in Oracle EBS technologies, including extensive hands-on experience with Oracle EBS RICEFW/CEMLI development.
• Must have experience with Oracle Database, SQL, and PL/SQL, including advanced PL/SQL constructs.
• Must have hands-on experience with Java/J2EE, OAF customizations, and Workflow Builder.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle EBS integration methods (Open Interface tables, APIs, EAI, BPEL, AQ, EDI) and web services (REST, SOAP, SOA).
• Experience analyzing functional requirements and writing detailed technical design documentation.
• Experience conducting code reviews and design evaluations.
• Experience implementing automation for maintenance and deployment tasks is highly desirable.
• Previous experience with Government departments (DoD) and program environments (DAI federal shared service environment). Working knowledge of DoD and Federal Business processes.
• Must have an excellent command of the English language, with proven ability to write sound design documents and unit test scripts.
• Must be proficient with Unix/Linux environments.
• Must have a working knowledge of the Oracle Service Request (SR) process.

Preferences: 

• One of the following certifications: IAT-II security certification: CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, SSCP, CASP+ CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP, CISSA, GCED, GCIH, or CCSP
• One of the following certifications: Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Foundations 2020 Certified Associate, Oracle Certified Associate (OCA), Oracle WebLogic Server 12c Administrator, Oracle Java SE 8 Programmer I, Oracle Enterprise Manager 12c Essentials (OEM 12c), Oracle Business Intelligence Publisher (BIP) 12c R1: Fundamentals, Oracle Planning 202x Certified Implementation Specialist (CIS), and Oracle Identity Governance 12c: Essentials.

Work With Us

IT-Strat is a technology consulting company that holds various contract vehicles including best in class vehicles. IT-Strat has supported multiple clients including the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE via both prime and meaningful subcontracts). Additionally, IT-Strat has prime contracts with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) and many others. We maintain relationships with multiple large businesses.

IT-Strat was established in 2002. We are a certified Woman Owned Small Business. IT-Strat also successfully graduated as an SBA 8(A) company. It was an 8(a) company from 2008 through 2017 and currently still has 8(a) contract vehicles.

Benefits We Offer: 

• Four Medical/Vision options including an HSA plan
• Dental and Orthodontia plan
• Vision Materials plan
• Paid Life, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
• 401K Retirement Program with company contribution
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, Sick Leave, Floating Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Semi-monthly pay cycle

Information Technology Strategies (“IT-Strat”) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and it is our policy to consider applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, alienage, ancestry, and any other factors prohibited by law. Employment selections are based on company and client requirements and the qualifications and skills of the candidate. IT-Strat is committed to actively capitalizing on the diversity of skills, talents, and perspectives of our employees.