Job SummaryMainframe IMS Database Administrator (IMS DBA)An IMS Database Administrator (IMS DBA) should possess the following key skills:Technical SkillsStrong experience in IMS Database Administration (IMS v13 and above).Expertise in IMS database objects: DBD, PSB, ACB, and Format Definitions (FMT).Administration of IMS Full Function, HALDB, Fast Path, and DEDB databases.Proficiency in DBRC, database load, restore, recovery, and reorganization (REORG) processes.Experience with database initialization, forward recovery, checkpoint/restart, secondary index creation, and pointer checking.Strong knowledge of IMS utilities (IBM and BMC tools).Familiarity with IMS exit points and custom routines.Mainframe Platform SkillsStrong working knowledge of OS, TSO/ISPF, and JCL.Experience with supporting technologies such as VSAM, CICS, and IMS DC.Working knowledge of RACF security administration related to IMS environments.Tools ExpertiseHands-on experience with:File ManagerIMSUTILDELTA IMSIBM/BMC IMS UtilitiesOperational & Support SkillsDatabase monitoring, performance tuning, and capacity management.Troubleshooting and resolution of IMS database issues. \r\\nRoot Cause Analysis (RCA) and incident management.Backup, recovery, disaster recovery, and high-availability support.Change, release,



and production support experience.Soft SkillsAnalytical problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.Strong communication and collaboration skills.Ability to work in critical production environments and manage priorities effectively.Documentation and process improvement mindset.IMS DBA – Key ResponsibilitiesIMS Database AdministrationAdminister and maintain IMS databases (Full Function, HALDB, Fast Path, DEDB).Create, modify, and manage DBDs, PSBs, ACBs, and Format definitions.Database Maintenance & RecoveryPerform database initialization, load, reorganization (REORG), backup, restore, and recovery activities.Manage DBRC, forward recovery, checkpoint/restart processes, and disaster recovery support.Performance Monitoring & OptimizationMonitor IMS database performance and availability.Analyze and optimize database structures, access paths, and resource utilization.Database Utilities ManagementExecute and support IMS utilities (IBM and BMC tools).Build and maintain secondary indexes, pointer checker, and database integrity processes.Incident Management & TroubleshootingDiagnose and resolve IMS database failures, performance issues, and application-related database problems.Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and implement preventive actions.Security & ComplianceAdminister IMS-related security using RACF.Ensure compliance with organizational security and operational standards.System Support & IntegrationSupport IMS environments running on OS.Work with TSO/ISPF, JCL, VSAM, CICS, IMS DC,



and associated mainframe technologies.Support IMS exit points, routines, and database interfaces.Change & Release ManagementSupport change implementation, migrations, and production releases.Participate in problem, change, and availability management processes.Tools AdministrationUtilize File Manager, IMSUTIL, DELTA IMS, and related tools for database administration and maintenance.Documentation & Continuous ImprovementMaintain operational procedures, recovery documentation, and database standards.Identify automation and performance improvement opportunities to enhance database reliability and efficiency.Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical Skills Robust experience in IMS Database Administration (IMS v13 and above). Expertise in IMS database objects: DBD, PSB, ACB, and Format Definitions (FMT). Administration of IMS Full Function, HALDB, Fast Path, and DEDB databases. Proficiency in DBRC, database load, restore, recovery, and reorganization (REORG) processes. Experience with database initialization, forward recovery, checkpoint/restart, secondary index creation, and pointer checking. Strong knowledge of IMS utilities (IBM and BMC tools). Familiarity with IMS exit points and custom routines.Skill RequirementsMainframe Platform Skills Strong working knowledge of z/OS, TSO/ISPF, and JCL. Experience with supporting technologies such as VSAM, CICS, and IMS DC. Working knowledge of RACF security administration related to IMS environments.Other RequirementsHands-on experience with: File Manager IMSUTIL DELTA IMS IBM/BMC IMS Utilities

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