Ims Dba
Posted 2 weeks ago by 1751545471
Negotiable
Outside
Remote
USA
Summary: The IMS DBA role is a long-term remote contract position requiring extensive experience in IMS DB/DC and mainframe technologies. The candidate will provide expert administration and support for IMS systems in a production environment, ensuring high availability and disaster recovery readiness. Responsibilities include database maintenance, troubleshooting, and collaboration with development teams. This position is W2-only and does not allow for third-party involvement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide expert-level administration and support of IMS DB/DC systems in a large-scale production environment.
- Perform database maintenance, backup and recovery, performance tuning, and capacity planning.
- Collaborate with application development teams to design and implement optimal database solutions.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to database performance, availability, and reliability.
- Ensure high availability and disaster recovery readiness of IMS databases.
- Participate in on-call rotation and provide 24/7 production support as needed.
Key Skills:
- 5 to 7+ years of hands-on experience as an IMS DBA (IMS DB/DC is mandatory).
- 10+ years of total experience in Mainframe technologies.
- Solid command over PL/I, COBOL, DB2, JCL, CICS, and other z/OS mainframe components.
- Proven production support experience in critical enterprise environments.
- Must have worked on projects with demonstrable IMS experience; candidates with only DB2 or COBOL will not be considered.
- Strong communication and documentation skills for working with remote teams and stakeholders.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: USA
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Detailed Description From Employer:
Job Title: IMS DBA (Remote Project)
Client: Direct Client
Job Type: Long-term Contract (W2 ONLY)
Location: Remote
Experience Required: 10+ years in Mainframe technologies | 5-7 years as IMS DBA
Client: Direct Client
Job Type: Long-term Contract (W2 ONLY)
Location: Remote
Experience Required: 10+ years in Mainframe technologies | 5-7 years as IMS DBA
Job Description:
We are seeking a seasoned IMS DBA for a long-term remote contract opportunity with a direct client. This is a W2-only role (no C2C or third parties) and requires a strong background in IMS DB/DC and core mainframe technologies.
Responsibilities:
- Provide expert-level administration and support of IMS DB/DC systems in a large-scale production environment.
- Perform database maintenance, backup and recovery, performance tuning, and capacity planning.
- Collaborate with application development teams to design and implement optimal database solutions.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to database performance, availability, and reliability.
- Ensure high availability and disaster recovery readiness of IMS databases.
- Participate in on-call rotation and provide 24/7 production support as needed.
Required Skills & Experience:
- 5 to 7+ years of hands-on experience as an IMS DBA (IMS DB/DC is mandatory).
- 10+ years of total experience in Mainframe technologies.
- Solid command over PL/I, COBOL, DB2, JCL, CICS, and other z/OS mainframe components.
- Proven production support experience in critical enterprise environments.
- Must have worked on projects with demonstrable IMS experience candidates with only DB2 or COBOL will not be considered.
- Strong communication and documentation skills for working with remote teams and stakeholders.
Nice to Have:
- Exposure to automation tools and scripting for IMS or mainframe operations.
- Prior experience in healthcare, banking, or other regulated industries.