Join Cognizant as the Patching Tower Lead, overseeing Oracle DB patches across 20,700+ instances in Canada. Highlighting your DBA expertise, you will manage quarterly patch cycles efficiently.

This role requires collaboration with client DBA teams during Canadian hours, ensuring smooth execution of PSU/RU and CPU security updates. As the primary Oracle interface, your responsibilities revolve around governance, compliance, and effective communication with application owners. You will lead patching strategies and manage offshore resources.

Key Responsibilities:
• Schedule and apply Oracle patches using OPatch/opatchauto
• Execute patching with a focus on minimal disruption
• Conduct thorough validation and health checks post-patching




• Track compliance and document RCA for patch failures
• Manage maintenance windows and coordinate scheduling

Requirements:
• Solid experience with Oracle 11g/12c/21c
• Familiar with OPatch and automation tools
• ITIL 4 Foundation certification needed
• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure knowledge is a plus
• Experience in health operations in high-availability environments

Use your Oracle DBA skills to enhance Cognizant's operational standards and patch compliance.
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📌 Patching Tower Lead for Oracle Systems (Ontario)
🏢 Cognizant
📍 Ontario