Database Administrator

TEKsystems
$55.00 - $70.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, New York, New York
Apr 21, 2026
Description * EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE with DB2 Version upgrade planning, coordination, and implementation for current and future releases (ideally with experience in version 13 upgrades). The ideal candidate should possess deep knowledge of how DB2 for z/OS operates at the system level, with a solid background in both Systems and DBA functions. * DB2 Performance tuning (buffer pools, storage, I/O times etc) * Software Maintenance & Upgrades (CA tools etc) * Contingency Recovery and System Backup & Recovery * Maintain, resolve and monitor DB2 system level performance issues * Expert level "DB2 & z/OS Systems" level troubleshooting (They should also demonstrate strong diagnostic skills across all aspects of DB2-related issues). * Assist all agencies with various DB2 related problems * Quickly resolve outages * Work directly with IBM to resolve product issues & open cases * Proficiency in the following: * QMF v7 through V13 * IBM DB2 TOOLS though V1310 * IBM DataStudio * Platinum Tools / Omegamon for DB2 * CA Insight, Detector & DB2 Tools * COBOL Skills qmf, IBM DataStudio, Omegamon, cobol, db2 Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of New York, NY. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $55.00 - $70.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a fully remote position. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 26, 2026. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.