Job Vacancy: Senior Database Administrator at Securiport, September 2026

Securiport

Position: Senior Database Administrator
Reports To: IT Manager
Level: Senior
Location: Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Industry: Airline/Aviation
Job Type: Full-time
Date Opened: 21st September 2026
Application Deadline: 1st October 2026

Position Summary

The Senior Database Administrator will oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of database systems that store and process sensitive immigration-related data.

The position will ensure database performance, security, and reliability to support critical operations such as enrollment processing, case management, and compliance monitoring. The role will directly impact the efficiency and accuracy of immigration services provided to clients.

Responsibilities

Database Design & Optimization

• Develop scalable, secure, and efficient databases to handle high volumes of immigration-related data, including applicant records, case statuses, and compliance reports.

Data Security & Compliance

• Implement strict data access controls and encryption techniques to protect sensitive personal and legal information.
• Ensure compliance with regulations such as GDPR and other immigration-specific data privacy laws.

Performance Tuning

• Optimize databases for fast query processing, especially for case management systems and reporting tools used by immigration officers and clients.

Backup & Disaster Recovery

• Establish comprehensive backup and disaster recovery solutions to ensure data integrity and availability during high-demand periods, such as application deadlines.

System Integration

• Collaborate with development teams to integrate database solutions with immigration software platforms, APIs, and third-party systems, including biometric data systems and payment gateways.

Audit & Monitoring

• Conduct regular audits of database activities to identify potential security breaches or inefficiencies.
• Ensure adherence to industry best practices.

Collaboration

• Work with cross-functional teams, including developers and legal compliance officers, to improve database systems and provide data insights for operational decision-making.

Technical Leadership

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the system administration team and the NOC.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• A Master’s degree or certification in data security or compliance is an added advantage.

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in database administration, preferably within industries managing sensitive data such as government, legal, or aviation.
• Experience with database technologies such as:
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • MongoDB
  • PostgreSQL
  • Oracle
• Knowledge of immigration systems or legal databases is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with cloud database solutions such as:
  • AWS RDS
  • Azure SQL
  • Google Cloud Spanner

Technical Skills

• Expertise in database security, including encryption, access control, and data masking techniques.
• Strong problem-solving skills to manage large-scale, complex databases.
• Proficiency in scripting for automation, such as Python and Bash.
• Proficiency in query optimization, such as PL/SQL and T-SQL.
• Ability to support 24/7 operational environments while ensuring minimal downtime.

Certifications

Applicants should have at least one of the following certifications:

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
• AWS Certified Database – Specialty
• Oracle Database 19c Administrator Certified Professional

Additional Requirements

• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Fluency in both English and Kiswahili, spoken and written.
• Previous experience in the aviation industry is an added advantage.

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 your application via email to:

recruitment-tz@securiport.com

Email Subject

Clearly indicate:

“Application for the Position of Senior Database Administrator”

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.