Database administrators are the groundskeepers of data—and can make close to six-figure salaries
By Preston ForeStaff Writer, EducationPreston ForeStaff Writer, Education
Preston Fore is a reporter at Fortune, covering education and personal finance for the Success team.
Reviewed by Jasmine SuarezSenior Staff EditorJasmine SuarezSenior Staff Editor
Jasmine Suarez was a senior editor at Fortune where she leads coverage for careers, education and finance. In the past, she’s worked for Business Insider, Adweek, Red Ventures, McGraw-Hill, Pearson, and more.
Because of data's growing role in business, database administrators are quintessential—and a path toward a long-term, high-paying career.
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