Database administrators (DBAs) use specialized software to store and organize data. The role may include capacity planning, installation, configuration, database design, migration, performance monitoring, security, troubleshooting, as well as backup and data recovery.

A project manager plans, organizes and oversees a project from start to finish. For a company to successfully complete a project from start to finish, they depend on the oversight and leadership of someone knowledgeable. This is where project managers make their impact within an organization.

Database architecture in businesses and organizations involves the application of programming languages to design software. It mainly involves the design, implementation, development, and maintenance of the computer programs that store and manage data for businesses.

Network management is the sum total of applications, tools and processes used to provision, operate, maintain, administer and secure network infrastructure. The overarching role of network management is ensuring network resources are made available to users efficiently, effectively and quickly.

Systems development is the process of defining, designing, testing, and implementing a new software application or program.

As a contractor, the projects you work on might include the design and development of a smaller database or working as part of a large-scale project in conjunction with specialist IT firms and consultants. This does require substantial experience, but you may find the financial benefits and freedom to take time off between contracts attractive.