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Is being a web administrator a good fit for you?

Looks after a website or web system. Manages its building, launch and upkeep, and tests that it works.

What the work involves

  • Watches systems for hacking attempts and attacks, and reports breaches to the right people.
  • Records backup and recovery plans.
  • Backs up or changes apps and data to allow recovery after a disaster.
  • Sets, standardises and explains who can access what and the security levels.

The interests that suit it

People in this work tend to be organising and curious. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.

Hands-onLow. Building, fixing, and working with tools, machines, animals or the outdoors.
CuriousSome. Finding things out, solving problems, and working with ideas and data.
CreativeLow. Making things: art, writing, music, design and performance.
HelpingLow. Teaching, caring for and supporting people.
PersuadingSome. Leading, selling, and making the calls.
OrganisingStrong. Keeping things in order: records, numbers and systems.

What it tends to reward

Compared with other work, this job stands out for:

  • Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
  • Security. Steady work in a well-run organisation.
  • Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.

How much training it needs

Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.

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