Senior DB2 Database Administrator with IRS MBI Clearance

Job Description This is a remote position. Job Title: Senior DB2 Database Administrator (IRS Project) Location: Remote Position 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 systems Perform installation, configuration, upgrades, and patching of DB2 subsystems Support database design and logical/physical modeling Optimize SQL performance and implement database tuning strategies Perform backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning Monitor and troubleshoot DB2 system performance issues Work closely with IRS application teams to support new development, maintenance, and modernization efforts Implement security policies and ensure compliance with IRS and federal guidelines Use tools such as SPUFI, QMF, BMC, CA Database Analyzer, and other mainframe utilities Required Qualifications: 8+ years of DB2 DBA experience on mainframe (z/OS) platforms Strong experience in DB2 utilities, backup/recovery, performance tuning, and schema management Familiarity with JCL, TSO/ISPF, RACF, Endevor, and batch job processing Experience supporting federal agencies, ideally IRS or similar tax/financial systems Hands-on experience with BMC or CA tools for DB2 management Must have active IRS MBI clearance or be eligible to obtain one Preferred Qualifications: Experience working on Run15 or BMF/IMF programs within the IRS Exposure to COBOL/Assembler programs interacting with DB2 Familiarity with CA-7, IBM DB2 Connect, and Data Studio Prior IRS badge/laptop holder is a strong plus