IMS/DB2 Mainframe DBA - Production Tuning & Support

USM; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT systems integrator is seeking an experienced IMS/DB2 Mainframe Administrator in Marlborough, Massachusetts, for a 12+ month contract. The role involves administering mainframe database systems, supporting operational stability, and providing critical database support. Candidates should have extensive IMS and DB2 knowledge with at least 5-7 years of administration experience. The contractor will work closely with a team to ensure effective use of installed database resources and may provide off-shift support as needed.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of IMS and DB2 Administration experience is required.
• In-depth knowledge of Database Software technologies and best practices.
• Experience providing application support for database management.

Responsibilities

• Administer mainframe database systems and supporting products.
• Ensure database operational stability and support.
• Design and complete database administration maintenance tasks.
• Analyze, test, and implement enhancements to database management software.
• Provide off-shift support for database support/incidents.

Skills

IMS skills

DB2 skills

Database performance tuning

Incident management

Problem management

Change management

Job description

A leading IT systems integrator is seeking an experienced IMS/DB2 Mainframe Administrator in Marlborough, Massachusetts, for a 12+ month contract. The role involves administering mainframe database systems, supporting operational stability, and providing critical database support. Candidates should have extensive IMS and DB2 knowledge with at least 5-7 years of administration experience. The contractor will work closely with a team to ensure effective use of installed database resources and may provide off-shift support as needed.