Database Administrator

Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Database Administrator to support, maintain, and optimize complex database environments across mainframe and distributed platforms. This role is responsible for database planning, design, implementation, performance tuning, troubleshooting, and ongoing operational support to ensure database reliability, security, and availability.
The ideal candidate has extensive experience with DB2 for z/OS, Microsoft SQL Server, and Oracle databases, along with a strong understanding of mainframe infrastructure, application integration, disaster recovery, and enterprise database administration.
Key Responsibilities
Perform daily database administration, maintenance, monitoring, and operational support.
Plan, design, implement, and maintain database structures across multiple platforms.
Monitor database performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement performance-tuning improvements.
Support database upgrades, catalog maintenance, recovery procedures, and disaster recovery planning.
Conduct SQL code reviews and support database development and application integration.
Develop and maintain database administration procedures, technical documentation, and operational standards.
Support infrastructure changes, verification testing, and implementation planning.
Collaborate with application development, infrastructure, and technical support teams to resolve database-related issues.
Provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship to other technical staff.
Support database security, system reliability, and compliance with established operational requirements.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
At least 12 years of combined experience in database administration.
Extensive hands-on experience with:
IBM DB2 for z/OS
Microsoft SQL Server, including legacy versions such as 2008 R2 and 2012
Oracle databases, version 10g or later
Strong knowledge of database performance monitoring, tuning, backup and recovery, and application integration.
Experience working in mainframe environments, including z/OS administration and related utilities.
Knowledge of SQL development, code reviews, database security, and infrastructure change management.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting integrated enterprise database infrastructures, particularly within state government or transportation environments.
Familiarity with financial management applications and complex integrated application environments.
Experience with mainframe technologies and tools, including JCL, ISPF, COBOL, CICS, RACF, and scheduling utilities.
Knowledge of Oracle and SQL Server administration tools, including SSMS, SSRS, and SSIS.
Familiarity with Azure, Windows Server environments, and GIS databases.
Experience with database disaster recovery, system upgrades, and infrastructure implementation planning.
Core Competencies
Database performance optimization and troubleshooting
Mainframe and enterprise database administration
Technical documentation and quality assurance
Infrastructure planning and change management
Cross-functional collaboration and customer service
Technical leadership, mentoring, and decision-making
Clear written and verbal communication
Success in This Role
The successful candidate will help maintain stable, secure, and high-performing database environments while supporting critical enterprise applications. They will bring deep technical expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to collaborate with technical teams to address complex database and infrastructure challenges.

Employment type
Contractor

Work arrangement
No