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# Mainframe DB2/IMS Systems Programmer

- **Company:** iTech US, Inc.
- **Location:** Plano, TX, United States
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Information Systems, Databases, System Configuration, IBM DB2, Mainframes, Information Technology, Application Client
- **Published:** October 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/09c017da-cf18-4b41-9f83-c287e801aa9d

## About the Role

* Expertise in performing SMPE and Non SMPE Installation of ISV products)
 * Expertise in IBM and Client Software product Install and Upgrades
 * Mastery of DB2 and IMS Database management and utilities

Nice to have skills

 * DB2 V12 upgrades or later
 * IMS V15.5 upgrades or later, Education: At least a bachelor s degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, Software/Electronics Engineering, Information Systems, or a closely related field is required for the project

## Description

* Installation Upgrades Installing new DB2 and IMS versions and applying maintenance.
 * Configuring DB2 and IMS subsystem parameters to optimize performance.
 * Utilizing DB2 and IMS tools to monitor database health and application objects.
 * Implementing DB2 and IMS security controls and collaborating with DBAs to manage application access.
 * Performing SOX audits on database objects to ensure compliance standards.
 * Coordinating with application and system teams to implement database enhancements.