DB2 DBA

Cloud Hybrid Technologies, LLC; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a DB2 Database Administrator to design and maintain high-availability database applications. Candidates must have over 10 years of DB2 experience, particularly in z/OS environments. Responsibilities include SQL code reviews, performance tuning, and enforcing security standards. The ideal candidate has strong problem-solving skills and experience with various DB2 tools. This role offers a competitive salary and is based in Harrisburg, Dauphin County, PA.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of DB2 experience required.
• Experience with z/OS DB2 12 or higher in production environments.
• Knowledge of complex SQL coding and tuning.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain DB2 Database applications.
• Perform SQL code reviews and performance monitoring.
• Enforce DB2 security standards.

Skills

DB2 Database Support

SQL coding

DB2 performance tuning

Data modeling

Problem solving

Tools

IBM Data Studio

IBM DB2 Administration Tool

IBM DB2 Automation Tool

IBM DB2 Explain

IBM Tivoli OMEGAMON

QMFz/OS

Job description

Required Experience

10+ years DB2 experience

Description

Design and maintain DB2 Database applications which have the following characteristics:

• Design for high availability.
• Design for maximum performance.
• Maintain and develop techniques and procedures to provide 24x7 availability.
• Provide production and test database support in a complex environment.

Responsibilities

Perform all functions which are performed by a DB2 Database Administrator, such as:

• SQL code reviews.
• Performance Monitoring and Tuning DB2 at the application database level.
• Enforce appropriate DB2 security standards.
• Collaborate with the DB2 systems programming staff to appropriately manage DSNZPARM settings.
• Create, manage and support DB2 Stored Procedures, DB2 Triggers, and DB2 Referential Integrity.
• Create Change Requests, Resolve Service Requests, Provide 24x7 On call support.
• Provide DB2 Connect configuration access support for individual users and distributed systems.
• Coordinate with team members on technical decisions and directions.
• Work with Management to develop project schedules.
• Provide Database performance and tuning which typically involves collaboration between Data Center, Technical Operations, Database Design and Administration, and the various software development areas.
• Responsible for the evaluation and creation of appropriate backup and recovery strategies for new database requirements.
• Participate in Disaster Recovery planning.

Qualifications

Excellent knowledge of DB2 z/OS Database Support, including but not limited to the following:

• z/OS DB2 12 for zOS or higher in a production environment with high transaction rates
• High availability 24x7 designs and techniques
• Managing large data stores
• DB2 V10 utilities setup and execution
• DB2 performance and tuning
• Data Modeling expertise – logical and physical design
• Complex SQL coding / tuning
• Data Warehouse design with an understanding of OLAP design and query solutions
• DB2 attachments/interfaces include DRDA, DB2Connect
• DB2 tools skill set will include, but is not limited to the following:
• IBM Data Studio
• IBM DB2 Administration Tool
• IBM DB2 Automation Tool
• IBM DB2 Explain
• IBM DB2 Query Monitor
• IBM OPTIM Workload Query Tuner
• IBM File Manager
• IBM Tivoli OMEGAMON
• QMFz/OS
• Mainframe skills, but not limited to the following:
• TSO and ISPF
• JCL
• DFSORT and /or ICETOOL
• REXX
• z/OS Utilities

Additional Desired Skills

• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to organize and prioritize workflow and projects
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• DB2 V9 or V10 Certification preferred
• IMS Database experience
• IMS Database Utilities (IBM, BMC, NEON, etc.)
• ETL tools experience (InfoShere, Informatica, etc.)

EEO Statement

Cloud Hybrid is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of female, minority, disability and veterans, (M/F/D/V). Hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination and all other employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, citizenship/immigration status, veteran status or any other protected status. Cloud Hybrid will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. Nor will Cloud Hybrid require in a posting or otherwise U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract.