IMS Database Administrator (DBA) or IMS Systems Programmer

We are seeking an IMS (Information Management System) Database Administrator (DBA) or IMS Systems Programmer in Frisco, TX and this position is a Hybrid

The client is looking for a highly experienced IMS (Information Management System) Database Administrator (DBA) or IMS Systems Programmer with expertise in IBM IMS DB/TM (Transaction Manager) on z/OS mainframes. The ideal candidate should have strong technical troubleshooting, performance tuning, system administration, and disaster recovery (DR) experience.

What the Client is Looking for in a Candidate:

IMS Database Administrator (DBA) or IMS Systems Programmer with deep expertise in IBM IMS on z/OS
Strong in IMS database structures, logging, recovery, and checkpointing
Experience in troubleshooting, performance tuning, and upgrades
Ability to handle Disaster Recovery (DR) exercises and IMS monitoring tools
Skilled in JCL, TSO, SDSF, JES2, and SMP/E
Comfortable leading projects, managing small teams, and solving complex problems
Flexible to work overtime, weekends, and travel if needed

Job description:-

Manage the database and ensure 100% availability.

General Responsibilities

Requires good problem solving skills.

Ability to debug & diagnose DBMS system and utility software

Requires IMS Sysplex experience & datasharing expertise

Various types of IMS restarts (COLD/WARM/ERE).

Knowledge about IMS SYSGEN process - Defining/Adding Transactions and Programs to the IMS system.

Knowledge of IMS Controls Blocks (DBDs, PSBs, ACBs).

Knowledge of IMS Database Recovery Control (DBRC) concepts and RECON datasets

Should be able to handle the annual Disaster Recovery (DR) exercise activities.

Sound knowledge about IMS Logging - OLDS; SLDS; WADS;RLDS

Command Codes: Concepts and usage of different command codes. Both Type 1 and Type 2 IMS commands and various IMS Utilities

Working knowledge of IMS Upgrades.

Checkpoint - Restart: Difference between Basic and Symbolic Check pointing and corresponding Restart logic.

Secondary Indexing concepts

Fast path database processing concept: Main Storage Databases (MSDBs) and Data Entry Databases (DEDBs)

Difference between DLI and BMP modes.

Different access methods: HDAM, HIDAM, PHDAM, PHIDAM etc...

Design, code and maintain DBMS system exits

Performance analysis & tuning for DBMS subsystems

IMS Monitoring Tool- Proficient- Required Monitoring tool

Proficient in JCL, TSO/SDSF/JES2/SYSVIEW/SMP/E

The ability to manage small groups, lead projects and coordinate multiple tasks under time and resource constraints

The ability to deal with complex problems and issues and then be able to propose intelligent practical solutions

The ability to prioritize workloads effectively to meet changing business needs

Ability to work well in a team environment Ability to project a professional image to both outsourced and potential clients

Overtime and weekend work occasionally required, some travel may be necessary

Must be able to work with staff in geographically diverse locations

Notes:- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Benefits: Danta offers a compensation package to all W2 employees that are competitive in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, the option to elect healthcare insurance (Dental, Medical, Vision), Major holidays and Paid sick leave as per state law.

The rate/ Salary range is dependent on numerous factors including Qualification, Experience and Location.

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