Senior DB2 Database Administrator with IRS MBI Clearance

This is a remote position.Job Title: Senior DB2 Database Administrator (IRS Project)Location: RemotePosition Overview:We are seeking an experienced Senior DB2 Database Administrator (DBA) to support critical IRS systems within a large-scale, high-security federal environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with mainframe DB2 database administration, performance tuning, and supporting mission-critical batch and online applications in a z/OS environment.This role involves working closely with IRS stakeholders, application developers, and operations teams to ensure high availability, security, and optimal performance of IRS databases.Key Responsibilities:Administer and maintain IBM DB2 databases on z/OS mainframe systemsPerform installation, configuration, upgrades, and patching of DB2 subsystemsSupport database design and logical/physical modelingOptimize SQL performance and implement database tuning strategiesPerform backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planningMonitor and troubleshoot DB2 system performance issuesWork closely with IRS application teams to support new development, maintenance, and modernization effortsImplement security policies and ensure compliance with IRS and federal guidelinesUse tools such as SPUFI, QMF, BMC, CA Database Analyzer, and other mainframe utilitiesRequired Qualifications:8+ years of DB2 DBA experience on mainframe (z/OS) platformsStrong experience in DB2 utilities, backup/recovery, performance tuning, and schema managementFamiliarity with JCL, TSO/ISPF, RACF, Endevor, and batch job processingExperience supporting federal agencies, ideally IRS or similar tax/financial systemsHands-on experience with BMC or CA tools for DB2 managementMust have active IRS MBI clearance or be eligible to obtain onePreferred Qualifications:Experience working on Run15 or BMF/IMF programs within the IRSExposure to COBOL/Assembler programs interacting with DB2Familiarity with CA-7, IBM DB2 Connect, and Data StudioPrior IRS badge/laptop holder is a strong plus Originally posted on Himalayas