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.

- Strategic Employment Partners
- San Francisco, CA
- 9 hours ago
- Strategic Employment Partners
- San Francisco, CA
- 9 hours ago
Our client, a San Francisco-based ecommerce startup led by the founder of multiple major Bay Area technology companies, is seeking a Data Engineer to join their rapidly growing team. They are...

About Us Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in...
ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Database Administrator, to join our team in Laurel, MD....
ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior Database Administrator to join our team in Chantilly, VA The Senior Database Administrator will work as part of the overall DBA team to...
ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Data Engineer to join our Data and AI Practice onsite in Chantilly and/or Herndon, VA. You will be a part of a dynamic, cross-functional...
ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Lead Data Engineer to join our Data and AI Practice onsite in Chantilly and/or Herndon, VA. You will be a part of a dynamic,...
Oracle Database Administrator - Hybrid Role TS clearance
- Quantico, VA
- 8 days ago
- Quantico, VA
- 8 days ago
Our work depends on Oracle Database Administrator joining our IT Technology Operations division within the NCIS ITD organization in Quantico, VA....
Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Secret Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Data Science Job...
Type of Requisition: Pipeline Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Secret Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Systems Analysis Job...
Administrator/Data Architect Transform technology into opportunity as a Database Administrator with GDIT....
Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required: None...
Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required: None...
SQL Server Database Administrator (on-premises) - TS/SCI with Polygraph
- Chantilly, VA
- 28 days ago
- Chantilly, VA
- 28 days ago
And our work depends on a SQL Server Database Administrator joining our team to support Government activities at Chantilly, VA....
Senior Lead Data Engineer (Python, SQL, AWS)
- Charlottesville, VA
- 1 day ago
- Charlottesville, VA
- 1 day ago
application development including Python, SQL, Scala, or Java 4+ years of experience with a public cloud (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud) 5+ years experience with Distributed data/computing tools (MapReduce...
application development including Python, SQL, Scala, or Java 4+ years of experience with a public cloud (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud) 4+ years experience with Distributed data/computing tools (MapReduce...
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- MapReduce
- Stored Procedures
- Computer Science
- Scala (programming language)
- Informatica
- Microsoft T-SQL
- Apache Cassandra
- Oracle SQL Developer
- Performance Tuning
- Amazon Redshift
- Apache Hive
- Data Quality
- Relational Databases
- Database Design
- Apache Hadoop
- SQL Server Integration Services
- Data Governance
- Apache Kafka
- Oracle PL/SQL
- Data Integration
- NoSQL Databases
- Backup
- Shell Scripting
- Data Warehousing
- PostgreSQL
- Database Administration
- Scripting
- Microsoft SQL Server
- ETL Development
- Microsoft Azure
- Data Processing
- Architectural Design
- Big Data
- Amazon Web Services
- Disaster Recovery
- Data Modeling
- Designing
- Agile
- Optimization
- MySQL
- Java
- Modeling
- Machine Learning
- Database Management
- Information Technology
- Oracle
- Computer Programming
- Business Intelligence
- Artificial Intelligence
- SQL
- Engineering
- Python
- Implementation
- Troubleshooting
- Mentoring
- Collaboration
- Documentation
- Reporting
- Bachelor's Degree
- Problem Solving
- Organization
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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