AS400/IBM i Infrastructure Analyst

Kforce Inc.

Phoenix, AZ

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$55–$65
SKILLS
Adabas, AllFusion Endevor Change Manager, Analysis Skills, Application Programming Interface (API), Atlassian JIRA, CPU (Central Processing Unit), Capacity and Performance Management, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Concurrency, Configuration Management, Corrective Action, Database Administration, DevOps, Disaster Recovery, Distributed Computing, Documentation, Failover, High Availability, Hybrid Cloud, IBM AS-400 Server, IBM CICS (Customer Information Control System), IBM DB2, IBM Product Family, IBM Rexx Programming Language, IBM Sysplex, IBM System/Spool Display and Search Facility (SDSF), IBM TSO/ISPF, IBM z-OS Operating System, IP Multimedia System (IMS), Input/Output, JCL (Job Control Language), Legal, Mainframe Computer, Memory Hardware, Messaging Middleware, Operations Processes, Performance Analysis, Performance Tuning/Optimization, RACF (Resource Access Control Facility), Replication and Remote Mirroring, Root Cause Analysis, SQL (Structured Query Language), Short Messaging Service (SMS), Software AG NATURAL, Software Administration, Software Installation, Software Patches, Splunk, Symmetric MultiProcessing (SMP) Computing, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Systems/Internals Programming, TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol), Testing
LOCATION
Phoenix, AZ
POSTED
5 days ago
Kforce has a client in Phoenix, AZ that is seeking an AS400/IBM i Infrastructure Analyst. The Role: We are seeking a highly skilled Mainframe DB2 Systems Administrator to manage and support DB2 for z/OS subsystems in a mission-critical enterprise environment. This role is responsible for installation, configuration, performance tuning, and overall health of DB2 subsystems, ensuring high availability, security, and optimal performance. This role requires employees to live in or around the Phoenix, AZ area. The Analyst will be responsible to be onsite 3 days a week. We will consider candidates who are willing to relocate to the area. Responsibilities:
  • Install, configure, and maintain DB2 for z/OS subsystems
  • Perform version upgrades, patching (PTFs/APARs), and system maintenance
  • Manage subsystem configuration and initialization parameters
  • Support capacity planning and performance analysis using DB2 and system tools
  • Perform root cause analysis and implement preventive actions
  • Ensure DB2 availability and resilience through DR strategies
  • Monitor and tune DB2 system-level performance (CPU, memory, I/O)
Maintain core DB2 components:
  • ZPARMs (DSNZPARM)
  • Buffer pools
  • Logs and BSDS
  • Catalog and directory
Optimize:
  • Buffer pools
  • Locking and concurrency
  • Thread and connection performance
Manage and support:
  • DB2 Data Sharing environments (Sysplex)
  • Coupling Facility integration
  • Workload balancing and failover
Analyze and resolve:
  • Subsystem failures
  • Dumps, logs, and abends
  • Connectivity issues affecting DB2 operations
Support interaction with:
  • Batch (JCL)
  • CICS
  • IMS
  • MQ and distributed systems

Requirements:

  • 7-12+ years of mainframe experience
  • 3-5+ years in DB2 Systems Programming / Administration
  • Experience with IBM DB2 for z/OS and Replication products (Qrep, SQLrep and CDC) - software installation, version upgrades and maintenance, certification testing, documentation of operational procedures, disaster recovery testing
Deep knowledge of:
  • ZPARMs and subsystem configuration
  • Buffer pools, logs, BSDS, catalog/directory
Strong troubleshooting skills for:
  • System-level DB2 issues
  • Performance and connectivity problems
Proficiency in:
  • JCL, TSO/ISPF, SDSF
  • SMP/E (preferred)
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Familiarity with: DB2 utilities and performance tools; Monitoring tools (OMEGAMON, MainView)
  • Knowledge of: DevOps tools for mainframe (Endevor, ISPW, etc.)
  • Exposure to: Cloud integration or hybrid architectures
  • Experience with: Large-scale DB2 upgrades or migrations; Performance optimization initiatives
  • Knowledge of: Modernization tools (z/OS Connect, APIs)
  • Experience with software support for BMC for DB2 Tools, IBM z/OS Connect, Software AG ADABAS and Natural products
  • Programming experience with REXX
  • Working knowledge of SQL, JIRA, SMP/E, RACF, TCP/IP, Network certificates, Splunk
  • Working knowledge of other Mainframe Subsystems (CICS, IMS, MQ)

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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About the Company

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Kforce Inc.

Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services. Our KNOWLEDGEforce® empowers top companies to achieve their digital transformation goals. We curate teams of technical experts who deliver solutions custom-tailored to each client’s needs. These scalable, flexible outcomes are shaped by deep market knowledge, thought leadership and our multi-industry expertise.

 

Our integrated approach is rooted in 60 years of proven success deploying highly skilled professionals on a temporary and direct-hire basis. Each year, approximately 18,000 talented experts work with the Fortune 500 and other leading companies. Together, we deliver Great Results Through Strategic Partnership and Knowledge Sharing®.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1962
WEBSITE
http://www.kforce.com/