Our client is seeking a Z/OS Database and Systems Administrator in Sheffield, UK. This is a hybrid FTE role.
Responsibilities
* As a Db2 for z/OS Database and Systems Administrator, you'll become part of the Infrastructure Support team that manages the IBM Z Mainframe platform supporting Banking applications.
* You'll take a leading role in ensuring that our Db2 for z/OS platform meets the challenges of the digital world and the service delivery expectations to support our members.
* You'll ensure that our Db2 for z/OS databases and systems are always stable, available, secure, up to date, and running as effectively and efficiently as possible.
* You will also be responsible for implementing a regular service strategy to ensure our Db2 software and related tooling are maintained at an appropriate level throughout our landscape, and for installing, testing, and rolling out new versions of Db2 and related software.
* You will also maintain our Production Support environments, including System Restore and Cloning.
* You will be expected to carry out system and application performance analysis and reporting.
* The ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues will be vital, and you will be expected to provide in-depth technical advice to other areas of the business.
Required Skills
* Z/OS - 10+ years of experience in migration, configuration, and maintenance.
* Upgrading, maintaining, and supporting the zOS operating system.
* Upgrading, maintaining, and supporting ISV products, particularly from the vendors IBM and Computer Associates CA.
* Production support experience.
* Extensive experience in Mainframe systems programming.
* Knowledge of zOS SMPE, TSO/ISPF, USS, SDSF, and JCL.
* Knowledge of IBM and CA Products and ability to work independently.
* Excellent problem determination skills and a true team player.
* Required to provide off-hours support for the implementation of software changes and support for other projects requiring software expertise, as well as be part of an on-call rota.
* Ability to set and achieve challenging short, medium, and long-term goals that exceed standards in the field.
* Excellent written and spoken communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex information in a meaningful way to diverse audiences.
* Experience in building effective networks across business areas and developing relationships based on mutual trust.
* Experience in creating and deploying comprehensive business/operating plans that consistently deliver desired results.
* A comprehensive understanding of risk management and proven experience in ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory processes.
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