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IDR is seeking a Mainframe DBA to join one of our top clients for a remote opportunity. This role supports a large-scale public sector technology environment, helping ensure critical systems remain stable, secure, and high-performing. You will partner with application and infrastructure teams to maintain and optimize enterprise mainframe database platforms.
Position Overview for the Mainframe DBA:
- Administer and maintain IBM Db2 for z/OS databases in a mainframe environment
- Monitor database health, availability, and performance to ensure reliable daily operations
- Execute database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures supporting high availability needs
- Analyze workloads to tune performance, resolve bottlenecks, and implement optimization strategies
- Collaborate on deployments, upgrades, documentation, and ongoing operational best practices
Requirements for the Mainframe DBA:
- 5+ years of IBM Db2 for z/OS administration experience in a mainframe environment
- Strong knowledge of z/OS operating system fundamentals
- Hands-on experience with database backup, recovery, disaster recovery, and high availability strategies
- Proven ability to monitor, tune, and optimize Db2 performance through workload analysis and troubleshooting
- Experience with database security administration, user access management, and production support/incident resolution
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive compensation package
- Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
- Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization.
Why IDR?
- 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
- Employee Stock Ownership Program
- Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.

