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IMS DBSA (IMS Database/System Administrator)

Talent GroupsUnited States🇺🇸United StatesPosted 17 Aug 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Leverage your expertise in IMS and z/OS to make a significant impact in a hybrid role offering excellent flexibility. This opportunity is perfect for a seasoned IMS DBSA ready to advance their career by managing critical enterprise mainframe environments and contributing to a reputable company. Apply today to join a dynamic team and expand your skills in a rewarding position.

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced IMS DBSA (IMS Database/System Administrator) to support enterprise IBM Mainframe environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for installing, configuring, maintaining, troubleshooting, and supporting IMS/TM, IMS/DB, IMS MSC, and related z/OS infrastructure components. The role requires strong expertise in SMP/E maintenance, IMS database administration, dump analysis, IPCS, performance tuning, and Level-3 production support. Relevant skills align with enterprise mainframe environments involving IMS, z/OS, SMP/E, VTAM, TCP/IP, and third-party IMS tools.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain IMS products in z/OS environments.
  • Administer and support IMS/TM, IMS/DB, IMS MSC subsystems.
  • Perform IMS software installation, maintenance, and upgrades using SMP/E.
  • Analyze IMS system failures, dumps, and abends using IPCS.
  • Troubleshoot complex production incidents and perform root cause analysis.
  • Support IMS database design, recovery, reorganization, and performance tuning.
  • Implement IMS maintenance, PTFs, and migration activities.
  • Work closely with application teams supporting IMS COBOL and PL/1 applications.
  • Monitor IMS performance and ensure system availability.
  • Participate in disaster recovery testing and high-availability initiatives.
  • Create and maintain operational procedures and technical documentation.

 

Required Skills

Mainframe Technologies

  • IBM z/OS / MVS
  • IMS/TM
  • IMS/DB
  • IMS MSC
  • IMS Database Physical Design

 

Tools & Utilities

  • SMP/E
  • IPCS
  • BMC IMS Tools
  • TSO/ISPF
  • SDSF

 

Programming Languages

  • COBOL
  • PL/1
  • JCL
  • z/OS Assembler

 

Networking

  • TCP/IP
  • FTP
  • VTAM

 

Administration

  • IMS Installation & Configuration
  • IMS Performance Tuning
  • Dump Analysis
  • Production Support
  • Problem Determination & Resolution

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with IMS migrations and version upgrades.
  • Knowledge of Parallel Sysplex environments.
  • Exposure to RACF security administration.
  • Mainframe automation experience (REXX, NetView, OPS/MVS).
  • Familiarity with DB2 and CICS environments.

Skills

TCP/IP
COBOL

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