Db2 Database Administrator

Mainframe DB2 System Admin/System Programmer

Primary Skills:

• Have 7+ years of experience of installing and/or customizing software products Mainframe DB2 and/or data replication product suite
  • Experience working with large systems in data sharing SysPlex environment
  • Has thorough knowledge of resources available and demonstrated ability to use the resources for problem determination, product enhancements and other technical issues related to the components being administered
  • Strong problem determination skills in both system and application areas
  • Able to work both as individual and as a team member with other subject matter experts and infrastructure DBAs
  • A high level of personal initiative is a must to help us improve and optimize the solutions
    Secondary Skills:

Added Advantage:

• Preferred experience with IDAA, IDAA Bulk Loader, and CDC Replication
  • Experience with design, configuration and support services to production and development departments running critical and 24*7 applications

Job Description:

• Perform mainframe database software upgrades coupled with administration and tuning to support DB2 environments
  • Establishment of policies and procedures pertaining to database management, Disaster recovery, security, maintenance and utilization
  • Analyzing new versions of DB2 for functionality that can improve systems performance and reduce cost
  • Perform performance data collection, analysis, and tuning of DB2 systems
  • Executes project and internal initiative responsibilities as assigned or delegated
  • Participate in incident and problem management activities related to application and DB2
  • Perform problem diagnostics and resolution as well as change management
  • Collaborate with other team members within same Information Technology (IT) departments, functional users and vendors to provide guidance and manage project implementation
  • Provide 24*7 on-call support Mainframe Infrastructure
  • Develop and maintains operational documentation, best practices, and run books for the operational platform
  • Implement tools and procedures required to maintain a very stable environment