DB2 Mainframe Database Administrator - 5505823

$120,994 - $141,794/Yr

Accenture - Houston, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Houston, TX

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The DB2 Mainframe Database Administrator role at Accenture involves managing and maintaining IBM DB2 databases to ensure their availability, security, and performance. This position requires hands-on experience with SMP/E for installation and configuration of DB2 system libraries, as well as collaboration with development teams to integrate database solutions with applications. The role is part of Accenture Flex, which offers project-based work with a focus on business transformation for leading organizations.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on knowledge of SMP/E to install, maintain, test, and configure base DB2 system libraries.
• Configure and maintain DB2 data sharing across multiple Sysplex environments.
• Manage and maintain IBM DB2 databases, ensuring their availability, security, and performance.
• Proficient skills in z/OS, CICS, JCL, CLIST/REXX.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Design and implement database solutions that meet business requirements.
• Collaborate with the development team to ensure database solutions are integrated with applications.
• Perform database backups, restores, and disaster recovery procedures.
• Monitor database performance and tune as necessary to optimize performance.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience as an IBM DB2 DB Administrator or in a similar role, working with IBM DB2 database architecture, administration, and performance tuning.
• Minimum 3 years of SMP/E experience including installation, maintaining, and configuring base DB2 system libraries.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor degree in Computer Science or Information Systems.

Benefits

• Competitive rewards and access to benefits programs.
• World-class learning resources.