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Become a Database Administrator
Learn about how to start a career as a database administrator.
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A database administrator updates and
maintains his company's database system.
Without a powerful database, the constantly increasing amount of available data stored and saved on computers and the Internet threatens to become overwhelming; database administrators keep this data organized and well-managed.
A database administrator creates the systems that store and process information, and they strive to make this process run as efficiently as possible. Database administrators are also responsible for organizing and maintaining the systems that users need to access the information.
Database administrators develop a logical plan for a database that fits the expected use of data. Next, they design and test storage solutions and configure the hardware and software to the database plan. Once a database is set up, the database administrator grants access to new users of the system, and may be responsible for training new users. Behind the scenes, a database administrator might also handle storage and data backup for the system, as system security is rapidly becoming an important part of database administration.
Database Administrator Career Path
| Entry Level | Mid Level | Senior Level | |
| Types of Roles | Database administrator | Senior database administrator | Chief technology officer |
| Experience | 0 – 4 years | 5 – 10 years | 10+ years |
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| Salary* | $85,000 | $125,000 | $200,000 |
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* Depends on company size, specific job, and location
Sources: Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA), Princeton Review, Salary.com, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Monster.com
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