Job Summary

A Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for managing and maintaining an organization’s databases, ensuring that they are secure, accessible, and performing optimally.

Job Description

Database Administrator Job Description

A Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for managing and maintaining an organization’s databases, ensuring that they are secure, accessible, and performing optimally. Their duties may include:

Database Management:

• Monitor database performance, conduct regular performance tuning, and optimize queries for maximum efficiency.
• Install, configure, and upgrade database software and related tools.
• Develop and implement database backup and recovery strategies to ensure data reliability and minimize downtime.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as database backups, index rebuilding, and statistics gathering.
• Manage and optimize databases to ensure availability and reliability.

Data Security and Compliance:

• Secure access to databases and manage backup solutions to prevent data loss in the event of system failure.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and handle sensitive data ethically.

Infrastructure Enhancement:

• Design, implement, and monitor database systems.
• Ensure the ETL process run smoothly and data are properly loaded.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to database performance or functionality.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with development teams, system administrators, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless database operations.
• Help to optimize queries of other individuals for report purposes.
• Automate report requirements.
• Report/Plan the data infrastructure requirements.
• Monitor the health of the database and other MIS tools.
• Support other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proficiency in database management systems (e.g., PostgreSQL, Oracle, MySQL, SQL Server).
• Capable in automation of database tasks/scripts in various technologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of data security best practices.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Knowledge of programming is an added advantage.

Education

• National Certificate: Information Technology