Database Administrator

Houston, TX

Full Time

Entry Level

A database administrator (DBA) is responsible for managing and maintaining an organization's databases to ensure they are secure, reliable, and perform efficiently. Key duties include installing and configuring database systems, monitoring performance, troubleshooting issues, and implementing security measures, backups, and recovery plans. They also manage user access and permissions, ensure data integrity, and work with other IT staff to meet business needs.

Core responsibilities

Installation and configuration: Install, configure, and update database software and servers.
Performance monitoring and tuning: Continuously monitor database systems for performance issues and optimize them for speed and efficiency.
Security and access management: Implement security measures, manage user accounts and permissions, and ensure data is protected from unauthorized access.
Backup and recovery: Develop and implement regular backup and recovery plans to prevent data loss in case of system failure.
Data integrity: Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of data within the databases.
Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve technical problems and user-reported issues.
Planning and development: Assist in the design and development of database structures and schemas to meet new requirements.

Additional duties

Provide technical support and training to database users.
Write and maintain documentation for database procedures.
Monitor and manage storage space for archives.
Collaborate with software developers and other IT staff on data-related projects.

Qualifications

Bachelor's (Preferred)
Database administration: 1 year (Preferred)
Oracle: 1 year (Preferred)
PostgreSQL/MySQL: 1 year (Preferred)

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