Mainframe Database Engineer

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • Posted 2 days ago | Updated moments ago

Overview

On Site
$65.0000 - $70.0000
Full Time

Skills

DB2 z/OS DBA
z/OS
Endevor
ACF2
Database

Job Details


Domain: Banking/Finance

Role Title: Mainframe Database Engineer

Location: Jacksonville, FL 32256 - Hybrid role (3 day on-site/2-day WFH)

Duration: 12 Months

Pay Range: ($65-$70) Hourly

Job Description:



  • We are seeking an experienced DB2 z/OS DBA to manage the full lifecycle of mainframe DB2 databases, including design, implementation, maintenance, and decommissioning.

  • The role involves supporting DB2 replication using IIDR/CDC, performing database upgrades, and ensuring high availability, performance, and security of production systems.


Key Responsibilities:




  • Manage DB2 databases on z/OS, including replication, backup, and recovery.




  • Plan subscriptions and log retention policies; monitor databases using Splunk dashboards.




  • Implement database security using ACF2 and RACF; collaborate with application teams.




  • Perform performance tuning and SQL optimization in coordination with development teams.




  • Support DB2 product upgrades, audits (SOX/Database/Control), and compliance reviews.




  • Participate in 24x7 on-call rotation and handle SEV1 production issues.




  • Build and maintain documentation and reports for database operations and health.




Required Skills & Experience:




  • 5+ years of DB2 DBA experience on z/OS; 1+ year with data replication (IIDR/CDC).




  • Strong knowledge of InfoSphere CDC, DB2 Utilities (BMC), VSAM, IDCAMS, and Endevor.




  • Experience with BMC tools: Change Manager, Catalog Manager, Mainview, SQL Performance.




  • Broad understanding of ACF2/RACF security, backup/recovery strategies, and database performance tuning.




  • Familiarity with ITSM processes and tools like BMC Remedy.




  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills; job stability preferred.




Benefits:



  • The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, (paid time, paid sick and safe time, hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, paid holidays annually - AS Applicable).

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