Database Designers and Administrators

Database designers and administrators design, develop, control, maintain and support the optimal performance and security of databases. Tasks include - (a) designing and developing database architecture, data structures, tables, dictionaries and naming conventions for information systems projects; (b) designing, constructing, modifying, integrating, implementing and testing database management systems; (c) conducting research and providing advice on the selection, application and implementation of database management tools; (d) developing and implementing data administration policy, documentation, standards and models; (e) developing policies and procedures for database access and usage and for the backup and recovery of data; (f) performing the operational establishment and preventive maintenance of backups, recovery procedures, and enforcing security and integrity controls. Examples of the occupations classified here: - Data administrator - Database administrator - Database analyst - Database architect Some related occupations classified elsewhere: - Network administrator - 2522 - Systems administrator (computers) - 2522 - Webmaster - 3514 - Website administrator - 3514.