Job Description
Database Administrator#26-06409
Chandler, AZ
Onsite
Contract
Starts 8/03/2026
Ends 8/02/2027
Job Description
Genesis10 is currently seeking a Mainframe DB2 DBA for a hybrid position (3 days onsite per week required) with a Global Financial Institution located in Chandler, AZ. This is a 12+ month contract opportunity.
In this role, you will be responsible for the development, monitoring, security, and performance tuning of a Mainframe DB2 environment on z/OS. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with DB2 utilities, backup and recovery strategies, and supporting production environments within a large-scale financial institution.
Responsibilities:
Develop log scraping strategies to limit CPU, memory usage and staging space while log scraping
Build Splunk dashboards to monitor the DB2 environment
Work with other DB2 teams in setting up log retention policies to cover for extended period of outages
Translate business requirements into a physical model for implementation with a focus on a clear understanding of processing requirements, performance, availability, recoverability, and data access methods
Consult with the application teams on both ACF2 and RACF managed database security to ensure appropriate access is provisioned for data access
Define and implement application specific backup and recovery strategies for the production environment
Support product upgrades related to DB2 replication providing a focalmunication point for development teams as well aspleting owned DBA remediation activities, executing internal verification processes, conducting assessments of new feature/function and providing rmendations for use
Provide performance tuning support and rmendations for database calls, in cooperation with the application development team
Monitor and address items on exception reports to ensure a stable production environment
Support DBA production on call rotation including 24x7 SEV1 test support
Conduct information sharing meetings with the application teams when requested
Support Self Identified Audits, Control assessments, Database Audits and SOX reviews, ensuring deliverables areplete and correct, and all milestone deliverables dates are met
Requirements:
7-9 years of in-depth Mainframe DB2 DBA (DB2 on z/OS) experience with a focus on performance tuning, preferably at a single large financial institution
Experience with DB2 Utilities including IBM and BMC
Working knowledge of BMC tools including Change Manager, Catalog Manager, Mainview, and SQL Performance
Solid understanding of DB2 recovery options
Broad understanding of ACF2 and RACF2 managed security for DB2 Access
Working knowledge of Endevor
Working knowledge of ITSM Processes and tools including BMC Remedy
In-depth understanding of DB2 zOS, JCL, COBOL, SQL, IBM
Utilities, and BMC Utilities
Job stability is a key requirement
Desired skills:
Understanding of SMF data and reporting
Knowledge of Splunk and Python
Pay rate: $55.13 - $63.13 per hour
Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.
If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please !
Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.
For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10:
Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.
The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
Behavioral Health Platform
Medical, Dental, Vision
Health Savings Account
Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
401K
Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois)
For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.
Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.