DB2 z/OS Database Administrator - W2 Only

DB2 z/OS Database Administrator - W2 Only

Posted 3 days ago by 1750484562

Negotiable
Outside
Remote
USA

Summary: The role of DB2 z/OS Database Administrator focuses on the administration and support of DB2 subsystems, particularly in mainframe environments. Responsibilities include performance tuning, disaster recovery planning, and providing on-call support. The position requires expertise in SAP Basis support and various specialized tools related to DB2. This is a remote position classified as outside IR35.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Installing, maintaining, and tuning DB2 subsystems.
  • Supporting SAP applications running on DB2.
  • Diagnosing and resolving performance issues.
  • Designing and testing disaster recovery strategies.
  • Working knowledge of mainframe environments.
  • Investigating and resolving recurring technical issues.
  • Creating support documentation and participating in status reporting.
  • Providing 24/7 support as part of a rotation.

Key Skills:

  • DB2 for z/OS Administration
  • SAP Basis Support
  • Performance Tuning and Troubleshooting
  • Disaster Recovery and Backup Solutions
  • Mainframe (z/OS) Skills
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • On-call Support
  • DB2 Versions 7 or 8+
  • Distributed Data Facility (DDF)
  • DB Connect
  • Data Sharing/Sysplex
  • IBM and third-party DB utilities and monitoring tools

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: USA

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Job Description:

Key Areas of Expertise Include:

  • DB2 for z/OS Administration: Installing, maintaining, and tuning DB2 subsystems.
  • SAP Basis Support: Supporting SAP applications running on DB2.
  • Performance Tuning and Troubleshooting: Diagnosing and resolving performance issues.
  • Disaster Recovery and Backup Solutions: Designing and testing DR strategies.
  • Mainframe (z/OS) Skills: Working knowledge of mainframe environments.
  • Root Cause Analysis: Investigating and resolving recurring technical issues.
  • Documentation and Reporting: Creating support documentation and participating in status reporting.
  • On-call Support: Providing 24/7 support as part of a rotation.

Specialized Tools and Technologies:

  • DB2 Versions 7 or 8+
  • Distributed Data Facility (DDF)
  • DB Connect
  • Data Sharing/Sysplex
  • IBM and third-party DB utilities and monitoring tools