Salary guide
Database Administrator
- Average salary
- £28,000 – £55,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
ITData
- The first database was created in the 1960s
Other names this job is known by
- DBA
- Database Manager
Key responsibilities
- Install, configure, and maintain database systems
- Ensure data security, backup, and recovery
- Monitor database performance and optimise queries
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in IT or computing
- Experience in IT support or junior DBA roles
- SQL and database management skills
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior DBA
- Database Architect
- IT Manager
- Data Engineer
How to get the job
- Study IT or computing
- Complete a relevant degree or diploma
- Gain experience in IT support or junior DBA roles
- Obtain professional certifications
- Progress with experience and further training
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