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CAREER
Database Administrators
Overview
Salary Median (2020)
$101,510
Projected Job Growth (2019-2029)
+8.1% (as fast as the average)
Career
Roadtrip Nation Leaders in This Career
What Database Administrators Do
Administer, test, and implement computer databases, applying knowledge of database management systems. Coordinate changes to computer databases. Identify, investigate, and resolve database performance issues, database capacity, and database scalability. May plan, coordinate, and implement security measures to safeguard computer databases.
Other Job Titles Database Administrators May Have
Database Administration Manager, Database Administrator (DBA), Database Analyst, Database Coordinator, Database Engineer, Database Manager, Development and Database Administration Manager, IS Admin (Information Systems Administrator), Systems Administrator (Systems Admin)
How Leaders Describe a Typical Day at Work
Tasks & Responsibilities May Include
- Modify existing databases and database management systems or direct programmers and analysts to make changes.
- Plan, coordinate, and implement security measures to safeguard information in computer files against accidental or unauthorized damage, modification or disclosure.
- Plan and install upgrades of database management system software to enhance database performance.
- Specify users and user access levels for each segment of database.
- Test changes to database applications or systems.
Education
Level of Education Attained by Database Administrators
Most common level of education among people in
this career: Bachelor's degree (89%)
Bachelor's degree
Post-baccalaureate certificate
Associate's degree
Majors Related to Career
Educational Paths Suggested by Leaders
Suggested Path
High School
Bachelor
Computer Science
Additional Skills & Experiences That Can Help You Excel
The ability to learn new technologies on your own.
Getting Started
Recommended First Step for:
High School Students
Take classes in computer science or look for tutorials in the technology field.
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