Mainframe DBA

Job Overview:

In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of our mainframe database systems, with a focus on mainframe DB2, IMS/DB, data sharing, and related systems.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements, provide technical leadership, and drive initiatives to enhance the performance, reliability, and security of our DB2 and IMS/DB environments.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement robust and scalable database solutions utilizing DB2, IMS/DB, and data sharing technologies.
• Manage and optimize database system performance, including monitoring, tuning, and capacity planning, to ensure high availability and responsiveness.
• Collaborate closely with development, database administration, infrastructure, and architecture teams to understand database requirements and provide effective solutions.
• Develop and enforce database security policies and procedures to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Implement and maintain database system backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and business continuity.
• Troubleshoot database issues, identify root causes, and implement timely and effective solutions.
• 7Document database configurations, processes, and procedures for knowledge sharing and compliance purposes.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in database management, including data sharing techniques.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and technical expertise to members of the operations, database administration and development teams.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 10 years of experience as a Database System Programmer, System Administrator, or System Engineer, with expertise in DB2, and IMS/DB system administration and programming.
• Proficiency in DB2 and IMS/DB subsystem/region design, implementation, administration, and security.
• Experience with managed service providers, off shore support teams, and data center relocation are a plus.
• Strong understanding of database and database management system performance tuning and optimization with tools like Omegamon and SYSView.
• Experience with database security concepts, tools, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex database issues.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven leadership abilities, including experience leading technical projects and mentoring junior team members.
• Relevant certifications in DB2, or IMS/DB are a plus.