Database Administrator how-to

How to Grant Database Access Safely

Access control protects sensitive data.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Access control protects sensitive data. In short: verify; determine; use, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Verify the access request and approval.

  2. Determine the minimum permissions needed.

  3. Use roles instead of individual permissions.

  4. Grant access and document it.

  5. Review access regularly.

  6. Remove access when no longer needed.

Safety reminders for database administrators

  • Follow least privilege and protect credentials
  • Use change control for production changes
  • Encrypt sensitive data
  • Keep tested backups and recovery plans

Database · SQL · Index · Backup · Restore · RPO: see the full database administrator glossary.

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