IBM DB2 Database Administrator
Job Posting ID: KT_223_JOB
Position: IBM DB2 Database Administrator
Clearance: Active Secret Clearance
FT/PT Status: FT
Certification: Security+ preferred
Location: Remote
Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or a related scientific or technical discipline.
Overview:
Kreative Technologies is in search of an IBM DB2 Database Administrator with excellent technical skills for setting up, configuring, and maintaining secure databases, as well as leadership experience in team settings. The candidate must also possess strong written and verbal communication skills as the candidate will be required to communicate with peers, management and government personnel. The candidate will participate in a team atmosphere and must have the ability to research and solve problems. The IBM DB2 Database Administrator will coordinate with the appropriate staff and management levels to deliver training and presentations. The candidate must have comprehensive knowledge of government policies, procedures, and regulations. The incumbent will also have demonstrated experience working in a government I.T. environment.
The IBM DB2 Database Administrator will regularly perform database engine installation, patching, upgrading & maintenance as well as database creation, user management, maintenance, and security & password management. The incumbent must possess proven experience with storage management, database performance tuning, configuration & parameter management, problem diagnosis & resolution, and disaster recovery.
Responsibilities:
• Design, develop, deploy, and secure DB2 databases and recognize potential enhancements or limitations of new software utilized within their area of expertise/tasking.
• Performs maintenance of application configuration files and kernel parameters
• Automate system deployments and integrations with pipelines while applying the best-in-class orchestration and high availability principles to databases and associated applications
• Secure database environments according to NIST and DHA standards, including encryption of data at rest, in-transit and in-use with certificates and encryption and application of STIGs.
• Assists with training and presenting to various audiences utilizing I.T. applications and government policy and procedures.
• Ability to synthesize and evaluate information from a variety of sources, prepare documents, and provide insight to allow leadership to make timely and accurate decisions.
• Accurately and reliably create backup, restoration, and recovery of the application systems including, but not limited to, configuration files, settings, processes, permissions.
• Execute archive and data retention tasks to migrate data between tiers of storage to meet performance objectives and data retention requirements.
• Responsible for testing and installation of all IAVA compliance items.
• Performs troubleshooting, tuning, problem diagnosis, and problem resolution as needed.
Education/Skills/ Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or a related scientific or technical discipline.
• 7+ years of experience as an IBM DB2 DBA working on software projects or complex health systems
• Previous programming experience using shell script to drive automation
• Active Security+ certification preferred
• Experience working in a federal government agency environment preferred
• Previous leadership experience highly desired
Kreative Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. Kreative Technologies does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.
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Position: IBM DB2 Database Administrator
Clearance: Active Secret Clearance
FT/PT Status: FT
Certification: Security+ preferred
Location: Remote
Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or a related scientific or technical discipline.
Overview:
Kreative Technologies is in search of an IBM DB2 Database Administrator with excellent technical skills for setting up, configuring, and maintaining secure databases, as well as leadership experience in team settings. The candidate must also possess strong written and verbal communication skills as the candidate will be required to communicate with peers, management and government personnel. The candidate will participate in a team atmosphere and must have the ability to research and solve problems. The IBM DB2 Database Administrator will coordinate with the appropriate staff and management levels to deliver training and presentations. The candidate must have comprehensive knowledge of government policies, procedures, and regulations. The incumbent will also have demonstrated experience working in a government I.T. environment.
The IBM DB2 Database Administrator will regularly perform database engine installation, patching, upgrading & maintenance as well as database creation, user management, maintenance, and security & password management. The incumbent must possess proven experience with storage management, database performance tuning, configuration & parameter management, problem diagnosis & resolution, and disaster recovery.
Responsibilities:
• Design, develop, deploy, and secure DB2 databases and recognize potential enhancements or limitations of new software utilized within their area of expertise/tasking.
• Performs maintenance of application configuration files and kernel parameters
• Automate system deployments and integrations with pipelines while applying the best-in-class orchestration and high availability principles to databases and associated applications
• Secure database environments according to NIST and DHA standards, including encryption of data at rest, in-transit and in-use with certificates and encryption and application of STIGs.
• Assists with training and presenting to various audiences utilizing I.T. applications and government policy and procedures.
• Ability to synthesize and evaluate information from a variety of sources, prepare documents, and provide insight to allow leadership to make timely and accurate decisions.
• Accurately and reliably create backup, restoration, and recovery of the application systems including, but not limited to, configuration files, settings, processes, permissions.
• Execute archive and data retention tasks to migrate data between tiers of storage to meet performance objectives and data retention requirements.
• Responsible for testing and installation of all IAVA compliance items.
• Performs troubleshooting, tuning, problem diagnosis, and problem resolution as needed.
Education/Skills/ Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or a related scientific or technical discipline.
• 7+ years of experience as an IBM DB2 DBA working on software projects or complex health systems
• Previous programming experience using shell script to drive automation
• Active Security+ certification preferred
• Experience working in a federal government agency environment preferred
• Previous leadership experience highly desired
Kreative Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. Kreative Technologies does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.
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