Database Administrator Jobs

A Database Administrator (DBA) plays a crucial role in the technology industry by managing, securing, and taking care of the database systems. They are responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the database systems, ensuring that the data is available, protected from loss and corruption, and easily accessible when needed. They also oversee the performance, integrity, and security of databases, and develop, manage, and test back-up and recovery plans. Additionally, they ensure that the database's storage and archiving procedures work correctly and participate in strategic planning related to the organizations' database systems.

To become a successful Database Administrator, one must possess an array of important skills such as problem-solving, communication, understanding of structured query language (SQL), and familiarity with database design and data modeling. They should have a good understanding of database management system software and knowledge of both physical and logical database design. Certifications like Oracle Certified Professional (OCP), Microsoft SQL Server database certifications, or IBM DB2 database certification are highly valuable in this field. Prior job roles that could lead to a DBA position include Database Developer, Data Analyst, or Systems Administrator.

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Data Engineer

  • Herndon, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Herndon, VA
  • 7 days ago

ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Data Engineer to join our team in Herndon, Virginia. As a Data Engineer on our team, you will work with of a team of cyber experts...

GCP Machine Learning Data Engineer (Hybrid)

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 10 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 10 hours ago

Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger...

Senior Database Administrator

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 1 day ago

ManTech is seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior Database Administrator to join our team in Chantilly, VA....

Database Administrator

  • Fort Meade, MD
  • 11 days ago
  • Fort Meade, MD
  • 11 days ago

ManTech seeks an experienced and passionate, career and customer-oriented Database Administrator to join our team located in the Ft. Meade, MD area....

Sr. Data Engineer

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 3 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 3 days ago

Who We Are: We're powering a cleaner, brighter future. Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work...

Sr. Oracle DBA TS/SCI w/ Poly

  • Columbia, IL
  • 22 days ago
  • Columbia, IL
  • 22 days ago

Description Leidos is seeking a Software Engineer Lead/ Data Science Librarian to manage and optimize databases supporting GEOINT product dissemination. This role will be responsible for...

Senior Developer (Data)

  • Regina, SK
  • 4 hours ago
  • Regina, SK
  • 4 hours ago

Closing Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 04/29/2025 Worker Type: Permanent Language(s) Required: English Term Duration (in months): Salary Range (plus eligible to receive a performance based incentive,...

Lead Data Engineer

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 4 hours ago

WHO WE ARE: At MOHELA we are a nationally recognized nonprofit organization with over 40 years of experience in student loan servicing and higher education financing. Since our establishment in...

IT Manager

  • Meridian, ID
  • 4 hours ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 4 hours ago

IT Manager - Core Services Location: Meridian, ID (In-office position) We are seeking a highly skilled, experienced, and results-driven IT Manager to lead our IT Core Services Support Teams. The...

Sr IT Support Specialist

  • Cerritos, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Cerritos, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Meet REVOLVE: REVOLVE is the next-generation fashion retailer for Millennial and Generation Z consumers. As a trusted, premium lifestyle brand, and a go-to online source for discovery and...

Document Management Application Administrator

  • Greenville, SC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 4 hours ago

Position Overview Are you passionate about optimizing enterprise content management solutions and bridging the gap between business stakeholders and technology teams? Join us as a Document...

Data Science Engineer

  • Lexington, MA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Lexington, MA
  • 4 hours ago

By clicking the Apply button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with...

Etl Lead

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 4 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 4 hours ago

Please strictly adhere to the following resume naming convention: ALL CAPS, NO SPACES B/T UNDERSCORES Bill Rate- #*** - *** PTN_US_GBAMSREQID_CandidateBeelineID i.e. PTN_US_9999999_SKIPJOHNSON0413...

Data Engineer

  • McLean, VA
  • 4 hours ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 4 hours ago

Please strictly adhere to the following resume naming convention: ALL CAPS, NO SPACES B/T UNDERSCORES Bill Rate: ***-*** PTN_US_GBAMSREQID_CandidateBeelineID i.e. PTN_US_9999999_SKIPJOHNSON0413...

Database Administrator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Databases: Relational Databases and SQL
This course is one of five self-paced courses on the topic of Databases, originating as one of Stanford's three inaugural massive open online courses released in the fall of 2011. The original...
NoSQL Databases
Build a foundation of the four NoSQL (non-relational) databases: Document-oriented, Key-Value Pair, Column-oriented, and Graph. This NoSQL database course provides you with an introduction,...
Teradata Database Administrator
Teradata is a closed box technology and even after spending hours of search you don't get desired results for your query especially in perspective of database administration. Keeping that in view,...

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Salary for Database Administrator Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTechnology research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Database Administrators offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.6%
Master's Degree
36.1%
Associate's Degree
7.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.0%
High School or GED
3.1%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Database Administrators
2-4 years
31.5%
4-6 years
22.0%
10+ years
15.6%
1-2 years
15.6%
Less than 1 year
8.1%
6-8 years
7.4%



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