Overview
On Site
Full Time
Skills
High Availability
Mainframe
Unstructured Data
Management
SMF
Auditing
Change Control
Systems Design
IBM DB2
Oracle
Operating Systems
Tivoli
Regulatory Compliance
Database
SQL
Disaster Recovery
CPU
NATURAL
z/OS
IBM
CICS
ADABAS
Migration
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Security Clearance
IT Service Management
Innovation
Collaboration
Recruiting
Insurance
Finance
Professional Development
Training
Leadership
CompTIA
Customer Service
Career Counseling
Oracle Application Express
Apex
Job Details
Job#: 3008295
Job Description:
Fully Remote (U.S. Based)
Federal Contractor Engagement
? U.S. Citizenship Required
A federal contractor is seeking an experienced ADABAS Database Specialist to support mission-critical systems in a high-availability IBM z/OS mainframe environment. This fully remote role is ideal for a senior-level professional with deep expertise in Software AG's ADABAS suite and a passion for optimizing enterprise database performance, reliability, and security.
Key Responsibilities:
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Job Description:
Fully Remote (U.S. Based)
Federal Contractor Engagement
? U.S. Citizenship Required
A federal contractor is seeking an experienced ADABAS Database Specialist to support mission-critical systems in a high-availability IBM z/OS mainframe environment. This fully remote role is ideal for a senior-level professional with deep expertise in Software AG's ADABAS suite and a passion for optimizing enterprise database performance, reliability, and security.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, install, configure, and maintain Software AG ADABAS products, including Cluster Services, AOS, SAF security, and related tools.
- Implement ADABAS support for structured/unstructured data, SQL, Natural, and security features.
- Lead disaster recovery planning and execution, including offsite restoration strategies.
- Optimize database structures, manage table spaces, and assist DBAs with parameter tuning.
- Configure and enhance ADABAS Cluster Services and 64-bit Nucleus processing.
- Develop buffering strategies to reduce CPU usage and improve performance.
- Monitor and tune ADABAS performance using SMF and other diagnostic tools.
- Ensure compliance with audits, regulatory standards, and change control processes.
- Provide technical guidance to DBAs, PMOs, and systems design teams.
- Troubleshoot Natural program issues and perform dump analysis.
- Support migrations or conversions to other platforms such as DB2 or Oracle.
- Tune z/OS operating system parameters and IBM CICS Transaction Server for optimal ADABAS performance in CICSPlex environments.
- Automate ADABAS operations using Tivoli System Automation or similar tools.
- Apply software updates and fixes to maintain operational continuity.
- U.S. Citizenship (required for federal contract compliance).
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 12 years of experience supporting SAG's ADABAS database systems.
- At least 5 years of recent experience with ADABAS on z/OS.
- Hands-on experience with ADABAS Cluster Services in IBM z/OS Parallel Sysplex environments.
- Expertise in ADABAS Suspend/Resume for Point-in-Time copy support.
- Proficiency with SAG tools: PREDICT, REVIEW DB, Natural Monitor, Natural Security, Optimizer Compiler, Construct, Native SQL, and AOS.
- Proven ability to implement disaster recovery procedures and optimize CPU utilization.
- Experience supporting CICS Natural applications in CICSPlex environments.
- Strong background in z/OS and IBM CICS tuning for ADABAS performance.
- Experience with SAG software migrations and patching.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Must be able to obtain or currently hold a Public Trust clearance.
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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