Skill

Database Administration

Databases

Database administration is the ongoing work of managing, securing, and maintaining database systems to ensure they run reliably and efficiently. Database administrators (DBAs) handle tasks such as performance tuning, backup and recovery, user access control, and applying software updates for systems like MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, and SQL Server. It is a critical IT function that keeps an organization's data available, accurate, and protected from loss or unauthorized access.

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Database Administration in the job market

Last checked October 28, 2026

Open roles: 6
Employers: 5
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Open roles requiring Database Administration (6)

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Fleet Management Program Analyst

Smithsonian Institution

Suitland, MD · $102,415 – $133,142

This role supports the Smithsonian's transportation operations by managing fleet data systems, analyzing operational efficiency, and informing capital planning decisions through financial and logistics analysis. It suits someone comfortable with database administration, operational research, and translating data into strategic recommendations for a large, complex organization.

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Program Manager (Application Management)

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

District of Columbia, District of Columbia · $121,785 – $158,322

This role manages technology projects and systems modernization for a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers division, overseeing everything from initial requirements through deployment while ensuring security compliance. It suits someone with hands-on experience delivering enterprise software initiatives, managing technical teams, and navigating government IT governance frameworks.

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IT Cybersecurity Specialist (DEV/DTA)

U.S. Secret Service

Washington, DC · $143,913 – $187,093

This U.S. Secret Service role combines software development with database administration and cybersecurity oversight, suited for someone who can architect and secure applications while also managing data systems and leading security assessments.

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Network Automation Engineer – Configuration Compliance

U.S. Bank

Full-time · Saint Paul, MN · $105,400 – $124,000

U.S. Bank seeks a technical owner for enterprise network automation and configuration compliance platforms, primarily managing OpenText Network Automation to handle router and switch configuration changes, server infrastructure, and compliance governance in a regulated environment. This role suits someone with deep systems administration experience who can bridge network engineering, automation scripting, and operational support on a second-shift schedule.

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SAP Basis Technology Senior Consultant - EMEA North

SAP

Full-time · Warszawa, PL, 00-801 · PLN 213,800 – PLN 402,800

This role manages technical relationships with SAP customers adopting cloud solutions, advising on architecture and driving successful implementations. It suits experienced SAP Basis administrators who enjoy customer engagement and want to guide enterprises through cloud transformation.

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RISE Cloud Architect & Advisor

SAP

Full-time · Newtown Square, PA · $137,300 – $294,000

SAP is seeking a technical expert to guide enterprise customers through cloud transformation using their RISE private cloud platform, presenting architecture options and building migration roadmaps across AWS, Azure, and GCP deployments. This role suits experienced SAP infrastructure consultants who can communicate complex cloud strategy to C-level stakeholders and coordinate internal teams through multi-year transformation programs.

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