Database Administrators

• Monitoring system performance and identifying problems that arise.
• Responding in a timely manner to user-reported errors.
• Protecting the database against threats or unauthorized access.
• Ensuring that the database is adequately backed up and able to be recovered in the event of memory loss.
• Reporting on metrics regarding usage and performance.
• Suggesting changes and improvements for maintenance or protection.
• Regularly liaising with IT project managers and database programmers.
• Designing databases with both front-end and back-end users in mind.

Database Administrator Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.
• Advanced certification as an MCDBA or MCSD for .NET is advantageous.
• Proficiency in data manipulation languages, including MS SQL, Oracle Database, Hadoop or PostgreSQL.
• Analytic mindset and good problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized and responsible.
• Confidence working under pressure.
• Maintaining an awareness of trends and developments in database administration