*Database Administrator*

Job Description:

• Database administrators work with database software to find ways to  store, organise, and manage data.
• They are responsible for the performance, integrity, backup and security of a database.
• They identify user needs, set up computer databases, and test systems. They ensure that systems perform as they should and add people to the system as needed. 
• They also plan security measures. 
• They also need some additional role requirements  that are:

• planning
• troubleshooting
• development
• The database approach incorporates the following principles:

• data remains consistent across the database;
• data is clearly defined;
• users access data concurrently, in a form that suits their needs;
• there is provision for data security and recovery control (all data is retrievable in an emergency).

Working Hours:

• Working hours typically include regular unsocial hours. 
• Overnight and weekend work is often necessary as maintenance and development work needs to be undertaken during periods of low usage. 
• Often on call if a critical problem occurs.