Description
DB2 Administrator
Job description for DB2 Administrator
Technical Requirements:
At least 7 years' experience as a DB2 systems administrator working on a Mainframe platform.
Extensive technical knowledge of DB2 with expertise in building, configuring, tuning infrastructure in a highly available & secure environment.
Knowledge of SMP/E and proven experience of leading out on DB2 or IMS software upgrades.
Experience with IBM, CA, BMC, Compuware toolset for DB2
Knowledge of installing & tuning monitoring tools, eg. Omegamon, Mainview, TDS
Familiarity with RACF security products with ability to design optimal security solutions for subsystems and applications.
Experience of working in data sharing environments with extensive knowledge of coupling facility structures
Performing end to end subsystem and application diagnostics
Desirable:
Experience with one or more of CICS, IMS, MQ, RACF, z/OS, SA zOS or WebSphere Application Server
Role Requirements:
Provide out of hours oncall support on the team rota if required
Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills & commitment to develop a strong rapport with colleagues and customers
Strong team player with willingness to train junior members of team
Works on own initiative
Project Management skills with ability to lead out on major projects
Ability to assist with design of customer applications
Development & maintenance of operational documentation