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# Job Title: IBM DB2 Database Specialist

- **Company:** SDH Systems LLC
- **Location:** United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** CLIST, Databases, System Configuration, IBM DB2, Disaster Recovery, Job Control Language (JCL), Rexx (Programming Language), Interactive System Productivity Facility (ISPF), Mainframes, Performance Tuning, Broadcom
- **Published:** August 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/523847d4-bcee-4883-b472-0a3bb963977b

## About the Role

* 12+ years of professional work experience as a Mainframe System Programmer in zOS & ISVs
 * Expertise in performing SMP/E and Non-SMPE Installation of ISV products
 * Expertise in IBM and Broadcom Software product Install and Upgrades
 * Mastery of DB2 and IMS Database management and utilities
 * DB2 V12 upgrades or later
 * IMS V15.5 upgrades or later
 * Fluent in JCL and IBM Utilities (IEBGENER/IEBCOPY/AMASPZAP/DFDSS)
 * ISPF/TSO and other basic skills
 * Basic knowledge of REXX/CLIST
 * Experience in designing project plans and formulating roadmaps

## Description

The IBM DB2 Database Specialist will be responsible for managing and optimizing the performance of DB2 and IMS databases. They will work closely with DBAs, application teams, and system teams to ensure database health, security, and compliance standards are met., * Installing new DB2 and IMS versions and applying maintenance

 * Configuring DB2 and IMS subsystem parameters for performance optimization
 * Monitoring database health and application objects using DB2 and IMS tools
 * Implementing security controls for DB2 and IMS
 * Conducting SOX audits on database objects
 * Collaborating with teams to implement database enhancements
 * Leading service restoration for DB2-related issues
 * Driving continuous improvement in operational resilience and disaster recovery
 * Automating tasks and processes for efficiency
 * Participating in disaster recovery exercises


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