Job Description

Precision Resources, a division of the Trimarc Group Inc., is currently searching for an experienced DB2 DBA to join one of our Birmingham-based clients.  

Position Summary:

The Db2 DBA supports design, development, and maintenance of enterprise databases in mainframe (z/OS) environments. Responsible for ensuring data integrity, performance, and proper usage through monitoring, auditing, and optimization of Db2 databases. Partners with leadership to define database strategy, advises u on data access, and resolves data issues or conflicts.

Provides technical leadership, monitors database resources, and recommends structural changes to improve performance and scalability. Supports DBMS tools, develops testing plans for upgrades, and evaluates new technologies. Works independently with escalation on complex issues; includes on-call and off-hours support.

Responsibilities:

• The Database Administrator supports design, development, and maintenance of enterprise databases in mainframe (z/OS) environments.
• Responsible for ensuring data integrity, performance, and proper usage through monitoring, auditing, and optimization of Db2 databases.
• Partners with leadership to define database strategy, advises u on data access, and resolves data issues or conflicts.
• Provides technical leadership, monitors database resources, and recommends structural changes to improve performance and scalability.
• Supports DBMS tools, develops testing plans for upgrades, and evaluates new technologies.
• Works independently with escalation on complex issues; includes on-call and off-hours support.

Qualifications:

• Strong experience with Db2 on z/OS (required)
• 5+ years RDBMS experience (or 7+ with DBA certification)
• Bachelor's in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Experience with database design, physical DB administration, and performance tuning
• Experience troubleshooting DBMS issues to ensure availability and reliability
• Experience with data security, access controls, and enforcing standards
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to varied stakeholders
• Experience working with IT teams and vendors.

• Experience with Db2 (DML, DDL, DCL)
• Background in z/OS COBOL or data architecture

Precision Resources, a division of the Trimarc Group Inc., is one of the fastest growing consulting and recruiting firms providing top-tier Information Technology professionals.

Our IT Consulting and Recruitment Division is strengthened with our ability to match talented and experienced Information Technology professionals to the unique business needs of our clients. Our team-based approach allows us to combine our experiences in the IT industry to develop effective, customized solutions quickly and efficiently. Since we focus on building long-term relationships, we are always striving to provide higher quality service and produce better results. 

We have become a strategic partner for Fortune 500 firms as well as small to medium-sized companies because of the ability to quickly develop effective, customized solutions for time-sensitive initiatives for our clients. From contract and consulting, to contract to hire and permanent placement, Precision Resources has a solution to meet your needs.