JOB DESCRIPTION
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 Administration Manager, Database Administrator (DBA), Database Analyst, Database Coordinator, Information Systems Manager, System Administrator
JOB TASKS
ANNUAL SALARY
- Workers on average earn $54.01/hr. $112,340 annually.
- Projected Growth (2019-2029)- Much Faster than average (8% or higher)
- Projected Job Openings (2019-2029)- 9,900
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Bachelor’s Degree
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