DB2 DBA

Overview

On Site
Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)

Skills

CICS
Data Storage
Database
Distribution
HCD
IBM DB2
IBM OMEGAMON
IBM Utilities
IT Management
Job Entry Subsystem 2/3
Organizational Skills
SMP/E
IOCP
z/OS
TCP/IP

Job Details

Position: DB2 DBA
Location- NYC, NY
Duration- 24 months
Mode of interview- Phone, skype, in person
Note: This is a hybrid position. Alternate days onsite. 35 hrs/week job.
Job Description:
Primary responsibilities include:
  • Supporting and maintaining DB2 subsystems in a z/OS environment.
  • Performing DB2 software installs, upgrades, and maintenance.
  • Diagnosing and resolving complex DB2 and related product issues.
  • Tuning DB2 for optimal performance and resource utilization.
  • Providing technical leadership and documentation for DB2 best practices.
  • Utilizing a strong knowledge of SMP/E and its role in the installation process.
  • Conducting ongoing maintenance (installing, patching, upgrading, administering, etc.) of the mainframe z/OS operating system, accompanying storage systems, systems software products (e.g., database, transaction server, security management, scheduling, report distribution, etc.), and UNIX Systems Services.
  • The candidate is required to provide Production off-hour coverage and support periodic weekend implementations
Experience / Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in DB2 Database system recovery.
  • Working knowledge ofDB2.
  • Must have experience with VT AM and TCP/IP.
  • A minimum of 10 years of experience working with z/OS, JES2, SMP/E, TSO, IOCP/HCD, basic IBM utilities (IDCAMS, IEFBR14, etc.), program product installations, working knowledge of the IBM virtual tape system, and Unix System Services.
  • Working knowledge of CICS, IMS, and AFP printing is a plus .
  • Experience in using monitoring tools such as OMEGAMON.
  • Working with an enterprise-wide, large-scale implementation.
  • Excellent communication skills (Oral and written), interpersonal, and organizational skills are required.
  • The candidate must have experience with mainframe CPU installs as a systems programmer Consultant.
Education:
  • Bachelor's degree or 10 + years of experience in relevant technical field is required
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