AS400/IBM i Infrastructure Analyst

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Phoenix, AZ that is seeking an AS400/IBM i Infrastructure Analyst.

The Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled Mainframe DB2 Systems Administrator to manage and support DB2 for z/OS subsystems in a mission-critical enterprise environment. This role is responsible for installation, configuration, performance tuning, and overall health of DB2 subsystems, ensuring high availability, security, and optimal performance. This role requires employees to live in or around the Phoenix, AZ area. The Analyst will be responsible to be onsite 3 days a week. We will consider candidates who are willing to relocate to the area.

Responsibilities:
* Install, configure, and maintain DB2 for z/OS subsystems
* Perform version upgrades, patching (PTFs/APARs), and system maintenance
* Manage subsystem configuration and initialization parameters
* Support capacity planning and performance analysis using DB2 and system tools
* Perform root cause analysis and implement preventive actions
* Ensure DB2 availability and resilience through DR strategies
* Monitor and tune DB2 system-level performance (CPU, memory, I/O)

Maintain core DB2 components:
* ZPARMs (DSNZPARM)
* Buffer pools
* Logs and BSDS
* Catalog and directory

Optimize:
* Buffer pools
* Locking and concurrency
* Thread and connection performance

Manage and support:
* DB2 Data Sharing environments (Sysplex)
* Coupling Facility integration
* Workload balancing and failover

Analyze and resolve:
* Subsystem failures
* Dumps, logs, and abends
* Connectivity issues affecting DB2 operations

Support interaction with:
* Batch (JCL)
* CICS
* IMS
* MQ and distributed systems

REQUIREMENTS:
* 7-12+ years of mainframe experience
* 3-5+ years in DB2 Systems Programming / Administration
* Experience with IBM DB2 for z/OS and Replication products (Qrep, SQLrep and CDC) - software installation, version upgrades and maintenance, certification testing, documentation of operational procedures, disaster recovery testing

Deep knowledge of:
* ZPARMs and subsystem configuration
* Buffer pools, logs, BSDS, catalog/directory

Strong troubleshooting skills for:
* System-level DB2 issues
* Performance and connectivity problems

Proficiency in:
* JCL, TSO/ISPF, SDSF
* SMP/E (preferred)

Preferred Qualifications:
* Familiarity with: DB2 utilities and performance tools; Monitoring tools (OMEGAMON, MainView)
* Knowledge of: DevOps tools for mainframe (Endevor, ISPW, etc.)
* Exposure to: Cloud integration or hybrid architectures
* Experience with: Large-scale DB2 upgrades or migrations; Performance optimization initiatives
* Knowledge of: Modernization tools (z/OS Connect, APIs)
* Experience with software support for BMC for DB2 Tools, IBM z/OS Connect, Software AG ADABAS and Natural products
* Programming experience with REXX
* Working knowledge of SQL, JIRA, SMP/E, RACF, TCP/IP, Network certificates, Splunk
* Working knowledge of other Mainframe Subsystems (CICS, IMS, MQ)

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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