Database Architect

Job Title

Database Architect - Senior

Task ID

HBITS-08-15058

Position Duration

30 Months

Client

State of NY

Agency

NYS Dept of Labor

Please call (703) 466-0951 | (571) 351-1868 | (703) 348-3018 or email at nysreqs@ilinksolutions.com

Description

• Perform administration of Db2 databases hosted on bare-metal Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments.
• Monitor Db2 database performance metrics, including CPU usage, memory usage, disk I/O, and buffer pool hit ratios.
• Deploy, maintain, and monitor Db2 monitoring utilities, including IBM Data Management Console (DMC).
• Develop scripts and tools to automate ongoing monitoring, maintenance, and administrative tasks for Db2.
• Review overnight alerts, monitoring dashboards, and Db2 diagnostic logs daily to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve critical database errors, warnings, and incidents.
• Perform routine database maintenance tasks, including running RUNSTATS, REORGCHK, and REORG.
• Apply database patches and upgrades in accordance with established agency change management procedures.
• Monitor and validate database backup and recovery processes to ensure data integrity.
• Review Db2 security settings and user access privileges, and monitor systems for unauthorized access attempts.
• Document all administrative work performed, including system changes, issues encountered, and resolutions, and update knowledge base articles as needed.
• Respond to service requests and emails related to data management tasks, and prioritize work based on urgency and business impact.
• Participate in daily stand-up meetings to provide progress updates and report roadblocks to State supervisory staff.

Mandatory Qualifications 1

72 Months of experience DB2 Database Administration Expertise

Experience in administering DB2 databases on Linux environments, including installation, configuration, performance tuning, backup/recovery, and security management

2

84 Months of experience Red Hat Linux Proficiency

Experience in Red Hat Linux operating systems, including command-line administration, scripting, and system troubleshooting.

3

84 Months of experience

Database Performance Tuning and Optimization Expertise

Analyze and resolve performance bottlenecks in Db2 databases, including query optimization, index management, buffer pool tuning, and workload management.

4

84 Months of experience

High Availability and Disaster Recovery (HADR) for Db2

Experience in setting up, configuring, and managing Db2 HADR solutions to ensure business continuity and data resilience.

5

60 months of experience

Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Expertise

Experience with GCP services relevant to database deployments, such as Compute Engine (for bare metal instances), networking (VPCs, firewalls), storage (Persistent Disks), and IAM for access control.

6

60 months of experience Scripting and Automation

Experience in scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl for automating routine database administration tasks, deployments, and monitoring.

7

60 months of experience Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving

Analytical and problem-solving skills to quickly diagnose and resolve complex issues related to Db2, RHEL, and their interaction within the GCP environment.

8

84 Months of experience Backup and Recovery Strategies

Experience in designing, implementing, and testing robust backup and recovery strategies for Db2 databases, including full, incremental, and log backups, and performing point-in-time recoveries.

9

84 Months of experience Monitoring and Alerting

Experience with setting up and utilizing monitoring tools (e.g., Dynatrace, Data Management Console, or GCP's native monitoring tools) to track Db2 and RHEL system health, performance, and to configure proactive alerts.

10

84 Months of experience Security Best Practices

Experience in implementation of security best practices for both Db2 databases and RHEL systems, including user and group management, access control, encryption, and vulnerability management.

Required Documentation

• Résumé
• Copy of Candidate Identification

(i.e., Driver's License/Green Card/Visa and Passport if applicable)

• Any documents referenced in the above Requested Qualifications

(i.e., professional certifications, degrees, etc.)

i-Link Solutions requires a Bachelor's Degree or its equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Information Systems or a closely related field of study for all positions.

Disclaimer

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