DB2 Database Administrator II

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior DB2 Application DBA to implement and support DB2 z/OS application databases in our organization. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of DB2 for z/OS, database architecture, DB2 utilities and IBM DB2 Tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5-10 years of hands-on experience in DB2 z/OS database administration
• Knowledge and hands on experience with DB2 utilities, IBM DB2 Tools, MVS, JCL
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to solve problems, perform database backup, recovery, reorg, runstats, unloads, and loads while conforming to and/or improving company standards
• Strong expertise in implementing and managing high availability and disaster recovery solutions
• Knowledge of database security best practices, including encryption and auditing
• Team player working closely with DBA’s and other groups: development teams, DB2 systems, MVS systems, storage, security, and the data center
• Willing and able to provide 24 x 7 support as needed
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Project management skills and the ability to lead and mentor a team
• DB2 certifications are a plus
• Knowledge and hands on experience with IBM Data Studio is a plus
• Knowledge and experience with COBOL, REXX, Java, SAS, CICS, USS, Websphere are a plus
• Knowledge and hands on experience with IBM Q Replication is a plus
• Financial Industry experience is also a plus

Benefits

• base salary
• discretionary bonuses
• profit-sharing
• long-term savings
• healthcare
• income protection
• professional development opportunities
• time off