Tuesday, July 15, 2025

[xrecnet] Looking for DB2/IMS Database Administrator @ Houston, TX

Note: Please share me your updated resume with contact details to hari@dnsinfoltd.com

 

Dear,

 

Hope you are doing well,

 

Please find the below requirement and if you comfortable and interested please share me your updated resume with contact details ASAP.


Role: DB2/IMS Lead Database Administrator

Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid)

Duration: Long Term

Technical Skills:

·        Proven experience as a DB2/IMS Databases Administrator or similar role in production support environments.

·        10+ years of hands-on experience supporting DB2 for z/OS and IMS (Information Management System) in a production environment.

·        Strong knowledge of mainframe tools such as SPUFI, QMF, BMC, CA-DB2/IMS tools, and IBM utilities.

·        Deep understanding of DB2 database internals, logs, buffer pools, catalog/directory, and utilities.

·        Proficient in IMS Full-Function and Fast Path databases, DL/I calls, PSB/DBD maintenance.

·        Solid experience with JCL, TSO/ISPF, SDSF, and mainframe batch job troubleshooting

·        Experience with modern mainframe automation tools and schedulers (e.g., Control-M, CA-7).

·        Knowledge of COBOL, CICS, and batch job data flows.

·        Understanding of DB2 Data Sharing and IMS Sysplex environments.

·        Experience with backup and recovery solutions

·        Solid knowledge of Linux/Unix systems and scripting (Shell, Python, or similar).

·        Proficiency in troubleshooting performance tuning, and capacity planning.

·        In-depth understanding of data management (e.g. permissions, recovery, security and monitoring)

·        Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

·        Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

·        Ability to work in a 24/7 support rotation and handle urgent production issues.

·        Familiarity with data security is the best practice and backup procedures.

Responsibilities

Production Support & Monitoring:

o Provide 24x7 support for DB2 and IMS database environments, including on-call rotation.

o Monitor database performance, availability, and integrity using mainframe tools and utilities.

o Respond to incidents, troubleshoot issues, and resolve problems related to DB2/IMS systems.

Database Maintenance & Administration:

o Perform database backup and recovery procedures for DB2 and IMS databases.

o Conduct regular reorgs, image copies, and utilities execution (RUNSTATS, REORG, CHECK).

o Support DB2 and IMS subsystem maintenance, upgrades, and patching.

Performance Tuning & Optimization:

o Analyze and tune SQL queries, buffer pools, and access paths in DB2.

o Optimize IMS database segments, DBDs, PSBs, and access methods.

o Work with developers to design efficient data access strategies .

Change Management & Deployments:

o Review and implement database schema changes via Change Control processes.

o Participate in software releases, ensuring database readiness and minimal impact on production.

Security & Compliance:

o Manage user access, RACF integration, and permissions in DB2/IMS environments.

o Ensure compliance with enterprise security standards and data privacy regulations.

Documentation & Collaboration:

o Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation, including runbooks, architecture diagrams, and operational procedures.

o Collaborate with application teams, infrastructure, and middleware teams to support business applications

Qualification:

·        Experience working in regulated environments (e.g., insurance, banking, healthcare) with audit and compliance exposure.

·        IBM Certified Database Administrator – DB2 for z/OS certification

·        Knowledge of COBOL, CICS, and batch job data flows.

·        Understanding of DB2 Data Sharing and IMS Sysplex environments.

·        Education qualification: Any degree from a reputed college 

·        10+ years overall IT experience.

 

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