Database Administrator Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Database Administrator includes the following duties and responsibilities:

Build database systems of high availability and quality depending on each end user’s specialised role
Design and implement database in accordance to end users information needs and views
Define users and enable data distribution to the right user, in appropriate format and in a timely manner
Use high-speed transaction recovery techniques and backup data
Minimize database downtime and manage parameters to provide fast query responses
Provide proactive and reactive data management support and training to users
Determine, enforce and document database policies, procedures and standards
Perform tests and evaluations regularly to ensure data security, privacy and integrity
Monitor database performance, implement changes and apply new patches and versions when require

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Database Administrator duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Database Administrator roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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