Job Vacancy: Database Administrator at Securiport, September 2026

Securiport

Position: Database Administrator
Reference: Not specified
Reports To: Senior Database Administrator
Level: Intermediate
Location: Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Industry: Airline/Aviation
Job Type: Full-time
Date Opened: 21st September 2026
Application Deadline: 1st October 2026
Eligibility: Tanzanian nationals only

Position Summary

The Database Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining databases that store sensitive immigration-related data.

The role ensures the integrity, security, and performance of databases to support critical operations such as visa processing, case management, and compliance monitoring.

Key Responsibilities

Database Maintenance

• Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot databases to ensure high availability and optimal performance.

Data Security

• Implement and enforce security measures, including access controls and encryption, to protect sensitive immigration data.

Backup & Recovery

• Develop and manage backup and recovery processes to safeguard data integrity and availability.

Performance Optimization

• Analyze and optimize database performance, ensuring efficient query execution and minimal downtime.

System Integration

• Collaborate with developers and system administrators to integrate databases with immigration software platforms and APIs.

Documentation

• Maintain detailed documentation of database configurations, processes, and troubleshooting procedures.

Compliance

• Ensure databases comply with legal and regulatory standards, such as GDPR or immigration-specific data privacy laws.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.

Experience

• 3–5 years of experience in database administration, preferably in industries handling sensitive data such as legal, government, or immigration.
• Proficiency with database technologies such as:
  • PostgreSQL
  • Oracle
  • Microsoft SQL Server
• Familiarity with cloud database solutions such as:
  • AWS RDS
  • Azure SQL
  • Google Cloud Spanner

Skills

• Strong understanding of database security, including encryption and access control.
• Proficiency in database programming languages such as:
  • SQL
  • PL/SQL
  • T-SQL
• Knowledge of data modelling, schema design, and normalization.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.

Certifications

Relevant certifications that can enhance qualifications include, but are not limited to:

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
• Oracle Database 19c Administrator Certified Professional
• AWS Certified Database – Specialty
• MongoDB Certified DBA Associate

Additional Requirements

• Fluency in both English and Kiswahili, spoken and written.
• Previous experience in the aviation industry is an added advantage.
• Tanzanian nationals only.

Job Information

Date Opened: 21st September 2026

Closing Date: 1st October 2026

How to Apply

Applicants should submit:

• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Copy of Academic Certificates

Send the application via email to:

recruitment-tz@securiport.com

Email Subject

Clearly indicate:

“Application for the Position of Database Administrator”

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.