Project Role : Application Lead
Project Role Description : Lead the effort to design, build and configure applications, acting as the primary point of contact.
Must have skills : IBM DB2 Database Administration
Good to have skills : NA
Minimum
3 year(s) of experience is required
Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education
Job Title: DB2 Database Administrator
Job Type: [Full-time]
Position Overview: The DB2 Database Administrator will be responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and performance tuning of DB2 databases. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in database administration and a deep understanding of DB2 technologies. This role involves ensuring the reliability, availability, and security of our database systems to support business operations.
Key Responsibilities:
• Database Installation and Configuration:
o Install and configure DB2 database servers and clients.
o Implement database instances, databases, and table spaces.
• Database Maintenance:
o Perform routine maintenance tasks, including database backups, recovery, and data integrity checks.
o Apply patches, updates, and upgrades to DB2 software.
• Performance Tuning:
o Monitor and optimize database performance, including query optimization, indexing, and resource allocation.
o Analyze and resolve performance issues to ensure efficient operation.
• Security Management:
o Implement and manage database security measures, including user access controls and data encryption.
o Ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory security requirements.
• Troubleshooting and Support:
o Provide technical support and troubleshooting for database-related issues.
o Collaborate with other IT teams and stakeholders to resolve complex problems.
• Backup and Recovery:
o Develop and execute backup and recovery strategies to protect data.
o Test and validate backup procedures to ensure data recoverability.
• Documentation and Reporting:
o Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation for database configurations, procedures, and policies.
o Generate and analyze reports on database performance, usage, and security.
• Capacity Planning:
o Monitor database growth and usage trends.
o Plan for future database capacity requirements and scalability.
• Compliance and Best Practices:
o Ensure databases adhere to industry best practices and organizational standards.
o Stay current with emerging DB2 technologies and industry trends.
Qualifications:
• Education:
o Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Equivalent work experience may be considered.
• Experience:
o Minimum 5+ years of experience as a DB2 Database Administrator or similar role.
o Hands-on experience with DB2 for [z/OS/Linux/Unix/Windows], including version [specific versions if applicable].
• Skills:
o Proficiency in DB2 installation, configuration, and administration.
o Strong understanding of database performance tuning and optimization.
o Experience with SQL and database query optimization.
o Knowledge of backup and recovery techniques.
o Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Shell, Python) for automation.
o Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
o Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Certifications:
o Relevant DB2 certifications (e.g., IBM Certified Database Administrator – DB2) are a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with other database management systems (e.g., Informix, Oracle, SQL Server).
• Knowledge of cloud-based database solutions.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools.
15 years full time education
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