Mainframe DB2 System System Admin
Location(s): Edinburgh/Ireland/London
Duration of assignment: 6 Months
Work model: Hybrid
Our client, a life assurance, pensions and long-terms savings company is looking for a Client facing Mainframe DB2 System System Admin to ensure high availability and optimal performance of the DB2 subsystem. This role requires deep technical knowledge of SMP/E, z/OS internals, and third-party management tools like Broadcom (formerly CA) Platinum and Broadcom SYSVIEW.
The successful candidate will have experience in IMS installation and Production db2/ims DBA support.
Core Responsibilities:
- Installation & Maintenance: Use SMP/E to install, patch (PTFs), and upgrade DB2 subsystems.
- System Performance: Monitor and tune DB2 system parameters (ZPARMS), buffer pools, and EDM pools.
- Disaster Recovery: Design and implement backup and recovery strategies for the DB2 catalog and directory.
- Tooling Management: Install and maintain third-party products (e.g., Platinum, SYSVIEW for DB2) to assist in database management and monitoring.
- Security: Implement and manage DB2 security using RACF, ACF2, or Top Secret.
Forward your CV NOW, for the chance to work for a leading company offering a range of individual and workplace (UK) pensions, bonds and retirement options and an organisation that believe in building and sustaining a culture of equity and belonging where everyone can thrive.