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Database Administrator I. What they do: A.Identify clients’ needs and create databases to store and manage information B.Work as part of a team to maintain and upgrade databases so they operate efficiently C.Implement security measures to safeguard data from hackers Copyright © Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved.

Database Administrator II. Tools they use: A.Database management systems software B.Mainframe computers and application servers C.Operating systems software, such as Microsoft Windows D.Program testing software to detect malfunctions Copyright © Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved.

Database Administrator III. Working conditions: A.Indoors in offices and labs B.Face-to-face encounters with clients C.Requires being on call D.Requires long hours to complete projects and meet deadlines Copyright © Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved.

Database Administrator IV. Who they work for: A.Large and small companies and organizations B.Computer systems design firms C.Internet service providers Copyright © Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved.

Database Administrator V. Training required: A.Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information science, or a related technology field B.Specific training at a community college or technical school C.Certification and experience in database management Copyright © Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved.

Database Administrator VI. Skills: A.Ability to map out a conceptual design for a planned database B.Ability to establish user needs and monitor database access and security C.Ability to communicate effectively with clients Copyright © Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved.

Database Administrator VII. Knowledge areas: A.Knowledge of computers and electronics B.Knowledge of database management systems C.Knowledge of ways to identify client needs and provide customer service Copyright © Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved.

Database Administrator VIII. Income: A.Median income for a Database Administrator is approximately $75,190 per year (2011) B.Current employment is approximately 111,000 employees (2010) C.Project job openings between 2010 and 2020 are for approximately 52,700 employees Copyright © Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved. O*NET Online - Database Administrators