Job Description

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced IMS Database Administrator to manage, maintain, and optimize our IBM IMS (Information Management System) database environments. The ideal candidate will ensure the availability, integrity, and performance of IMS databases, support application development teams, and implement database solutions that align with business and technical requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and upgrade IMS database systems in mainframe environments.
• Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement tuning strategies.
• Perform routine database maintenance, including reorganizations, backups, and recovery processes.
• Design and implement IMS database structures (DBDs, PSBs, ACBs) to meet application requirements.
• Develop and maintain database utilities, automation scripts, and monitoring tools.
• Collaborate with application development teams to ensure optimal database design and performance.
• Manage database security, user access controls, and compliance with corporate policies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve IMS-related incidents, performance issues, and failures.
• Create and maintain documentation for IMS database configurations, procedures, and standards.
• Support disaster recovery planning, testing, and execution for IMS environments.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of hands-on IMS Database Administration experience in a mainframe environment.
• Proficiency in IMS database utilities (such as DFSRRC00, DFSUPAA0, and DFSURGU0).
• Strong knowledge of IMS DB architecture, DL/I, and transaction management.
• Experience with IMS performance tuning, troubleshooting, and capacity planning.
• Familiarity with JCL, TSO/ISPF, and mainframe monitoring tools.
• Understanding of IMS database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with IMS DB/DC in large-scale, high-availability environments.
• Knowledge of COBOL, PL/I, or Assembler for database-related application support.
• Familiarity with modern mainframe DevOps tools and automation frameworks.
• Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills.

Work Environment:

• Mainframe-based enterprise environment with high-volume transaction processing.
• Close collaboration with application developers, system programmers, and infrastructure teams.

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