Role : 1- Mainframe IMS DB Tools Remote IBM 1 year

*BGV must be fully cleared *Subcontracting permitted by end client Key Skills:

- IMS system programming (install, configure, maintain) • IMS in Parallel Sysplex administration • IMS tools expertise – IBM, BMC, Broadcom/CA • z/OS systems programming fundamentals • Tool migration / conversion experience ROLE PROFILE / Responsibilities Core Technical Skills:
- Install, configure and manage IMS in a parallel sysplex environment • Install, configure and manage IBM IMS Tools • IMS systems programming • Establishing policies and procedures pertaining to database management, DR, security, maintenance and utilization • Reviewing new versions of IMS for functionality, advising how they benefit the client • Evaluating change requests and determine impact to assigned clients • Vendor consultations for problems and questions • DR recovery of application objects • Lead and execute complex migrations to IBM IMS Tools from 3rd party products • Develop a project plan with defined phases (Planning, Conversion, Implementation, Cutover) and timelines, ensuring alignment with client objectives and internal best practices • Conduct customer training sessions and develop presentation materials for IMS Tools and migration processes Database Skills:
- Database Administration • Knowledge of IMS database organization using access methods of VSAM and OSAM • Full function database organization types • HSAM, HISAM, SHISAM, HDAM, HIDAM, INDEX, GSAM • Definition and use of LOGICAL databases • HALDB (partitioned): PHDAM, PHIDAM, ILDS, PSINDEX, etc.
- Fast Path databases (DEDBs) • Database Design and related utilities • DBD source coding and DBDGEN • PSBGEN source coding and PSBGEN • How databases are processed using secondary indexes (PROCSEQ=) • Correct usage of PROCOPT= to minimize database locking • ACBGEN • Online Change • IMS Catalog and IMS Management of ACBs • Database monitoring • Space management • Database dataset space reporting for proactive outage avoidance.
- How to immediately fix an out of space condition for a VSAM database dataset Optional Skills:




- BMC IMS Tools experience • Broadcom IMS Tools experience • Z/OS scheduling expertise • IMS DBA experience • Troubleshooting and solving production database issues • Install, configure and manage IMS in a parallel sysplex setting • Install, configure and manage IBM IMS Tools • IMS systems programming • Establishing policies and procedures pertaining to database management, DR, security, maintenance and utilization • DR recovery of application objects • Lead and execute complex migrations to IBM IMS Tools from 3rd party products

Role : 2- Mainframe DB2 Tools Specialist Remote IBM 1 year

*Subcontracting permitted by end client Key Skills:

- Db2 for z/OS system programming • Db2 utilities administration (IBM + Broadcom/CA) • JCL, PROC & control card conversion to IBM utilities • Db2 job delivery, testing & documentation ROLE PROFILE / Responsibilities Core Technical Skills:
- Install, configure, and manage IBM Db2 for z/OS environments in a Parallel Sysplex architecture.
- Install, configure, and administer IBM Db2 Tools and Utility Suites.Strong knowledge of Db2 systems programming, utilities, and database administration.
- Establish policies and procedures pertaining to database management, disaster recovery, security, maintenance, and utilization.
- Review current IBM Db2 Tool releases and functionality, providing recommendations on adoption and business value.
- Evaluate change requests and determine impact to assigned client environments.
- Provide vendor consultation and technical guidance for Db2 Tools migration activities.
- Lead and execute migrations from Broadcom/CA Db2 Tools to IBM Db2 Tools.
- Convert Broadcom/CA Db2 Utility JCL, Procedures, and Control Cards to IBM Db2 Utilities standards.




- Develop project plans with defined phases including assessment, conversion, implementation, testing, cutover, and post-migration support.
- Validate converted jobs, procedures, and utilities to ensure operational readiness and compliance with IBM standards.

Optional Skills

• Broadcom/CA Db2 Tools administration experience.
- IBM Db2 Tools implementation and support experience.
- z/OS scheduling and automation expertise.
- Mainframe systems programming experience.
- Db2 DBA experience.
- JCL, REXX, ISPF, and utility automation skills.
- SMP/E installation and maintenance experience.

Database Skills

• Database Administration • Db2 for z/OS subsystem administration and maintenance.
- Database, Tablespace, Index, and Catalog management.
- Db2 Utility execution, monitoring, and optimization.
- Backup, Recovery, and Disaster Recovery procedures.
- Database change management and migration processes.
- SQL performance analysis and tuning.
- Utility scheduling and automation.
- Database monitoring and reporting.
- Space management and capacity planning.
- Package, Plan, and Access Path management.
- Performance diagnostics and workload analysis.
- Production support and problem determination. IBM DB2 Tool Migration Skills • Conversion of Broadcom/CA Db2 Utility JCL and Control Cards to IBM Db2 Utilities standards.
- Delivery and validation of converted Db2 Jobs, Procedures (PROCs), and Control Cards.
- Analysis of existing utility execution processes and implementation of IBM best practices.
- Development of migration standards, testing strategies, and cutover procedures.
- Install, configure, and manage IBM Db2 for z/OS environments in a Parallel Sysplex architecture.
- Install, configure, and administer IBM Db2 Tools and Utility Suites. Strong knowledge of Db2 systems programming, utilities, and database administration.
- Review new IBM Db2 Tool releases and functionality, providing recommendations on adoption and business value.
- Lead and execute migrations from Broadcom/CA Db2 Tools to IBM Db2 Tools.
- Convert Broadcom/CA Db2 Utility JCL, Procedures, and Control Cards to IBM Db2 Utilities standards.

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