Administrador Senior de Bases de Datos Mainframe DB2 para z/OS

Vidha It Solutions Llc; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Vidha IT Solutions LLC is seeking a Senior Mainframe Database Administrator for the Florida Department of Transportation project in Tallahassee, FL. The role focuses on DB2 for z/OS, mainframe DB administration, performance tuning, upgrades, recovery, and infrastructure support.

The ideal candidate has 12+ years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent work experience. Local candidates only with an on-site interview format.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in CS/IS or related field.
• 12+ years experience in mainframe/database administration.
• Strong expertise in DB2 for z/OS and mainframe technologies.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily database administration and operational support for DB2, SQL Server, Oracle, and GIS databases.
• Plan, design, implement, and maintain database structures.
• Monitor database performance and perform tuning and optimization.
• Manage DB2 for z/OS upgrades, catalog maintenance, and point-in-time recovery.
• Conduct SQL code reviews and maintain technical documentation.
• Support disaster recovery planning, infrastructure changes, and verification testing.
• Assist with technical staff training and mentoring.

Skills

DB2 for z/OS

Mainframe administration

SQL Server

Oracle

JCL/COBOL/ISPF

CICS/RACF

Performance tuning

SQL code reviews

Disaster recovery planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Information Systems

Tools

CA Gen

ASG Scheduler

DB monitoring tools

SSMS/SSRS/SSIS

Job description

Hiring: Senior Mainframe Database Administrator (DB2 for z/OS)

Location: Tallahassee, FL (Local candidates only)

Client: Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT)

Face to Face interview

NO C2C / ONLY W2

Experience: 12+ Years

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Mainframe Database Administrator with strong expertise in DB2 for z/OS, mainframe technologies, and enterprise database administration. The ideal candidate will be responsible for database operations, performance tuning, upgrades, recovery, and infrastructure support.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily database administration and operational support for DB2, SQL Server, Oracle, and GIS databases.
• Plan, design, implement, and maintain database structures.
• Monitor database performance and perform tuning and optimization.
• Manage DB2 for z/OS upgrades, catalog maintenance, and point-in-time recovery.
• Conduct SQL code reviews and maintain technical documentation.
• Support disaster recovery planning, infrastructure changes, and verification testing.
• Assist with technical staff training and mentoring.

Required Technical Skills

• Strong expertise in DB2 for z/OS administration, performance management, and application integration.
• Experience with SQL Server 2008 R2/2012 and Oracle 10g or later.
• Strong knowledge of z/OS, JCL, COBOL, ISPF, CICS, and RACF.
• Experience with CA Gen, ASG Scheduler, and database/system monitoring tools.
• Knowledge of started tasks, AFOPER commands, IOF, and z/OS exits.
• Familiarity with SSMS, SSRS, SSIS, Windows Server, and Azure.
• Understanding of disaster recovery and infrastructure change management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with FDOT’s integrated database infrastructure.
• Knowledge of FDOT Financial Management applications and integrated application environments.

Ideal Candidate

A highly analytical and detail-oriented professional with excellent communication, problem-solving, decision-making, and collaboration skills.

About Us:

Vidha IT Solutions LLC is a dynamic technology services company dedicated to delivering innovative IT and data solutions to clients across industries. Our team thrives on solving complex challenges with modern technology, and we take pride in fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented workplace. At Vidha IT Solutions, employees are empowered to make an impact and grow their careers alongside a passionate, forward-thinking team.