Datacom DBA

Job Title: Datacom DBA Location: Remote (US-Based) Position Type: Contract Only W2 About the Role: We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Datacom DBA to join our team on a contract basis. In this critical role, you will be responsible for the administration, performance, integrity, and security of our mission-critical CA Datacom database environments. You will work remotely to ensure optimal operation, implement upgrades, and provide expert support to development and operational teams. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with deep, hands-on Datacom expertise in a mainframe (z/OS) environment. Key Responsibilities: Administer, maintain, and support multiple CA Datacom databases in a z/OS environment. Perform database installations, upgrades, patches, and migrations. Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and perform tuning for optimal efficiency (including SQL tuning and system parameter adjustments). Implement and manage robust backup, recovery, and disaster preparedness strategies. Ensure database security, integrity, and availability (24/7 on-call rotation for critical issues). Collaborate with application developers on database design, SQL optimization, and best practices. Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for database architectures, procedures, and configurations. Utilize Datacom tools such as CA Datacom Server, CA Dataquery, and CA Ideal. Work with related mainframe technologies including CICS, JCL, IBM Utilities (IMS, DB2 knowledge a plus). Provide timely resolution to production incidents and problems. Required Skills & Qualifications: 5+ years of hands-on, professional experience as a CA Datacom DBA in a mainframe z/OS production environment. Proven expertise in Datacom database design, implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Strong experience with Datacom performance monitoring and tuning. In-depth knowledge of Datacom backup, recovery, and restart procedures. Proficiency in JCL, SQL, and mainframe operating systems. Experience working in a remote support capacity. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a remote contract setting. Preferred Skills (A Plus): Experience with CA Datacom-to-DB2 migration projects. Knowledge of other mainframe databases (DB2, IMS). Experience with CA tools ecosystem (CA View, CA SYSVIEW). Familiarity with Agile or DevOps practices in a mainframe context. Relevant CA or IBM certifications. This is a remote position. Compensation: $70.00 per hour We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.