career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Database Administrators and Information Security Analysts. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Database Administrators | Information Security Analysts |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 15-1242 | 15-1212 |
| title | Database Administrators | Information Security Analysts |
| onet code | 15-1242.00 | 15-1212.00 |
| description | Administer, test, and implement computer databases, applying knowledge of database management systems. Coordinate changes to computer databases. Identify, investigate, and resolve database performance issues, database capacity, and database scalability. May plan, coordinate, and implement security measures to safeguard computer databases. | Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 15 | 15 |
| tot emp | 73,180 | 179,430 |
| a mean | 107,440 | 127,730 |
| a median | 104,620 | 124,910 |
| a pct10 | 56,820 | 69,660 |
| a pct25 | 76,100 | 92,160 |
| a pct75 | 132,850 | 159,600 |
| a pct90 | 160,890 | 186,420 |
| h mean | 51 | 61 |
| h median | 50 | 60 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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