Senior Database Administrator (DB2 z/OS + Oracle + SQL Server)

TECKpert•Tallahassee, FL

4d•$0 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

TECKpert is seeking a Senior Database Administrator to support our client, a state transportation agency in Tallahassee, FL, on the database layer feeding a multi-year financial management modernization program. This role supports critical database platforms across DB2 for z/OS, Oracle, and Microsoft SQL Server, ensuring the application and processing architectures, data dictionaries, and database schemas meet the agency's data standards. The DBA will assist in the design, development, amendments, and optimization of the database schemas to meet system requirements. This includes performance monitoring and tuning, database maintenance, disaster recovery, and support for the agency's integrated application environment. Work is 5 days per week onsite at the agency's Tallahassee IT office with flexible hours between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM plus Saturday and on-call coverage as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
Minimum 15 years combined database administration experience across DB2 for z/OS, Microsoft SQL Server, and Oracle
Advanced knowledge of DB2 for z/OS application integration, performance management, and database administration
Advanced knowledge of upgrading DB2 for z/OS, DB2 catalog maintenance, and DB2 sub-system point-in-time recovery
Advanced knowledge of JCL for building and troubleshooting mainframe job streams
In-depth knowledge of the Z/OS integrated platform, ISPF, COBOL, CA GEN model management, and ASG Scheduler
In-depth knowledge of DB2 for z/OS database monitoring tools and z/OS software monitoring tools
In-depth knowledge of technical infrastructure implementation planning and coordination
Solid working knowledge of Oracle 10g and above application integration, performance management, and database administration
Solid working knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server 2008R2 / 2012 application integration, performance management, and database administration
Solid working knowledge of z/OS started task creation and management, RACF, CICS, IOF, and Disaster Recovery
Working knowledge of SSMS, SSRS, SSIS, Windows Servers, and Microsoft Azure
Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work 5 days per week onsite in Tallahassee, FL, plus flexible hours and on-call coverage
Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Ability to pass an FBI Level II background check

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with FDOT integrated database infrastructure
Knowledge of FDOT Financial Management applications
Knowledge of the FDOT integrated application environment
Prior experience supporting the Florida PALM (Planning, Accounting, and Ledger Management) program or a comparable statewide accounting modernization initiative
Working knowledge of z/OS EXITs and BJS
IBM Certified Database Administrator (DB2 for z/OS), Oracle Certified Professional DBA, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate

Responsibilities

Perform daily operational and database administration activities across DB2 for z/OS, Oracle, and Microsoft SQL Server platforms
Plan, design, implement, and support database structures for application and reporting workloads
Conduct database performance monitoring and tuning using z/OS and cross-platform monitoring tools
Develop and maintain database administration procedures, runbooks, and technical documentation
Perform SQL code reviews and query optimization for application teams
Assist with training and mentoring of other technical staff on DBA best practices
Support disaster recovery planning, point-in-time recovery, and verification testing for infrastructure change management
Perform DB2 for z/OS catalog maintenance, sub-system point-in-time recovery, and DB2 upgrades
Coordinate with application, security, and infrastructure teams to maintain a stable and performant database environment
Support other database or infrastructure activities as requested by the agency