§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

database administrator

Database administrators test, implement and administer computer databases.

Description

Database administrators test, implement and administer computer databases. They use their expertise in database management systems to plan, coordinate and implement security measures to safeguard computer databases. They also use scripts and configuration files to tailor a database to users' needs.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

query languages data quality assessment information structure system backup best practice data models data storage database development tools distributed computing domain name service database management systems resource description framework query language

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

use an application-specific interface design database backup specifications manage database apply company policies maintain database security perform backups perform ICT troubleshooting operate relational database management system define database physical structure interpret technical texts balance database resources use databases use scripting programming maintain database performance create data models design database scheme administer ICT system

OPTIONALOptional competences

provide ICT support use different communication channels design database in the cloud provide technical training use spreadsheets software use back-up and recovery tools implement ICT security policies remove computer virus or malware from a computer execute ICT audits support ICT system users implement a firewall use automatic programming manage cloud data and storage protect personal data and privacy implement anti-virus software estimate duration of work

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)