Skill set of a data miner

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Hi, I am currently an Oracle DBA. I've read some stuff about data mining and it seems to be an interesting career. I plan on pursuing such career, like taking MS in Statistics, only if my being an Oracle DBA is a requirement or a great asset skill to be a data miner.

If anyone could be so kind enough to clarify the following regarding the skill set of a data miner:

Is experience in Database Administration a required skill?
Is just being a Statistic graduate (no experience as a DBA) enough to be a data miner?
What are the usually required IT/software skills to be a data miner?
What is the typical skill set of a good data miner?

I hope someone replies to this query. It would be alot of help in my career planning. Thank you very much.

Regards,



Dyle