DS Technologies Inc · 1 day ago
Datacom DBA
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$70/hr - $70/hr
5+ years expDS Technologies Inc is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Datacom DBA to join their team on a contract basis. In this critical role, you will be responsible for the administration, performance, integrity, and security of mission-critical CA Datacom database environments, working remotely to ensure optimal operation and provide expert support.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Administer, maintain, and support multiple CA Datacom databases in a z/OS environment
Perform database installations, upgrades, patches, and migrations
Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and perform tuning for optimal efficiency (including SQL tuning and system parameter adjustments)
Implement and manage robust backup, recovery, and disaster preparedness strategies
Ensure database security, integrity, and availability (24/7 on-call rotation for critical issues)
Collaborate with application developers on database design, SQL optimization, and best practices
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for database architectures, procedures, and configurations
Utilize Datacom tools such as CA Datacom Server, CA Dataquery, and CA Ideal
Work with related mainframe technologies including CICS, JCL, IBM Utilities (IMS, DB2 knowledge a plus)
Provide timely resolution to production incidents and problems
Qualification
Required
5+ years of hands-on, professional experience as a CA Datacom DBA in a mainframe z/OS production environment
Proven expertise in Datacom database design, implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
Strong experience with Datacom performance monitoring and tuning
In-depth knowledge of Datacom backup, recovery, and restart procedures
Proficiency in JCL, SQL, and mainframe operating systems
Experience working in a remote support capacity
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a remote contract setting
Preferred
Experience with CA Datacom-to-DB2 migration projects
Knowledge of other mainframe databases (DB2, IMS)
Experience with CA tools ecosystem (CA View, CA SYSVIEW)
Familiarity with Agile or DevOps practices in a mainframe context
Relevant CA or IBM certifications
Company
DS Technologies Inc
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51-200 employees
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