Expert Database Technical Lead

5 days ago


Canberra, Australia CYOS Solutions Full time

**Application closing date**: Wednesday, 02 October 2024 - 11:59pm, Canberra time (in Canberra)

**Estimated start date**: Friday, 01 November 2024

**Location of work**: ACT

**Length of contract**: 12 Months

**Contract extensions**: 2 x 12 months

**Security clearance**: Must have Negative Vetting Level 1

**Rates**: $100 - $130 per hour (inc. super)

Expert Mainframe Database Technical Lead exercise a considerable degree of independence and undertake a leadership role, with work performed under the general guidance of the leadership team. Some out of hours work may be required, to complete scheduled work or assist with complex incidents. These hours can be substituted for time off in lieu (TOIL).

The Expert Mainframe Database Technical Lead is responsible for a range of RDBMS that are the responsibility of the Database Operations team, provide the following:

- Support for the migration of the SAP workloads from Oracle to Db2 on Z/OS.
- Support for the rollout of the IBM Mainframe tool set for maintenance and monitoring of the DB2 Z/OS environment.
- Planning and preparation for software currency on the Db2 Z/OS platform.
- Advice and support in the implementation of SAP recommendations for Db2 Z/OS.
- Production support, including deep analysis of Db2 Z/OS performance issues.
- Consultation with Vendor representatives including IBM and SAP on best practices for interoperability.
- Advice and implementation of system parameter changes to support both legacy and SAP database systems.
- Management of the change process using Service Manager; Cost recovery for effort against project deliverables.
- Development of team capabilities and documentation.
- Guidance, coaching and mentoring of other staff, particularly with respect to technical specialties.
- Development and implementation of deliverables outlined in the teamwork plans.
- Assistance with resource planning and identifying staff training needs.
- Research and analysis into inefficiencies and the provision of recommendations on optimal practices to colleagues and management.
- Notification or impact assessment, or other information to stakeholders or management, as appropriate.

Primary Technologies:

- SQL, z/OS, Db2, SAP HANA, ObjectStar, IMS

**Essential Criteria**
- 5+ years of Mainframe Database Administration experience.

**Desirable Criteria**
- 5+ years of experience with IBM Db2 tools (Recovery expert, clone tool etc.).
- 5+ years of experience with monitoring and diagnostics using Omegamon and query monitor.
- Experience with rolling out maintenance for Db2 across mainframe systems.
- Experience with z/OS interfaces (ISPF, REXX, JCL etc.).
- Understanding of z/OS software installation methodologies (SMP/E etc.).



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