DB2 DBA - Journeyman Database Administrator

Varmoda is seeking a Journeyman Database Administrator with proven experience as a DB2 DBA to manage DB2 databases in enterprise environments. The role supports mission critical operations and systems requiring 24x7x365 uptime across geographically diverse locations. The resource will administer, maintain, secure, optimize, and support DB2 database environments while participating in rotational on-call requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain DB2 database environments, including installation, configuration, and patch management.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams and vendors as necessary.
• Implement and maintain database security measures, including user access controls, data encryption, and auditing mechanisms.
• Conduct database capacity planning and forecasting to accommodate future growth and changing business requirements.
• Develop and maintain database backup and recovery strategies to ensure data availability and integrity.
• Collaborate with development teams to optimize SQL queries, database code, and stored procedures for improved performance.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in DB2 database administration and recommend their adoption as appropriate.
• Create and maintain documentation related to database configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in related field.
• Proven experience as a DB2 DBA, with expertise in managing DB2 databases in enterprise environments.
• Efficiency in DB2 utilities, including but not limited to: Load, Check, Copy, Runstats, Recover, Reorg, Quiesce, Report, Modify and Restore, BMC Reorg, CA Log Analyzer, etc.
• Active Secret clearance is required.
Candidates with dual citizenship cannot be considered.
• Team player, fast learner with ability to work proactively and independently to support mission critical operations supporting geographically diverse locations.
• Candidates must reside within a commutable distance for daily onsite work and on-call requirements.
• This contract supports systems that require 24x7x365 uptime. Candidates must be willing and able to meet recall requirements, including participation in a rotational on-call schedule.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting enterprise database environments.
• Experience working with geographically diverse mission critical systems.
• Experience collaborating with development, infrastructure, and vendor teams.

Certifications & Clearance

• Active Secret clearance is required.
• ship is required; dual citizenship cannot be considered.