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Senior Administrator - Mainframe Automation Tools

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In short

We are seeking a Senior Administrator for Mainframe Automation Tools, specializing in IMS Database Administration. This role requires strong technical expertise in IMS v13+, including database objects, maintenance, recovery, and utilities. The ideal candidate will also have proficiency in z/OS, JCL, CICS, and RACF security.

Responsibilities

  • Administer and maintain IMS databases (Full Function, HALDB, Fast Path, DEDB).
  • Create, modify, and manage DBDs, PSBs, ACBs, and Format definitions.
  • Perform database initialization, load, reorganization (REORG), backup, restore, and recovery activities.
  • Manage DBRC, forward recovery, checkpoint/restart processes, and disaster recovery support.
  • Monitor IMS database performance and availability.
  • Analyze and optimize database structures, access paths, and resource utilization.
  • Execute and support IMS utilities (IBM and BMC tools).
  • Build and maintain secondary indexes, pointer checker, and database integrity processes.
  • Diagnose and resolve IMS database failures, performance issues, and application-related database problems.
  • Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and implement preventive actions.
  • Administer IMS-related security using RACF.
  • Ensure compliance with organizational security and operational standards.
  • Support IMS environments running on z/OS.
  • Work with TSO/ISPF, JCL, VSAM, CICS, IMS DC, and associated mainframe technologies.
  • Support IMS exit points, routines, and database interfaces.
  • Support change implementation, migrations, and production releases.
  • Participate in problem, change, and availability management processes.
  • Utilize File Manager, IMSUTIL, DELTA IMS, and related tools for database administration and maintenance.
  • Maintain operational procedures, recovery documentation, and database standards.
  • Identify automation and performance improvement opportunities to enhance database reliability and efficiency.

Requirements

  • Strong experience in IMS Database Administration (IMS v13 and above).
  • Expertise in IMS database objects: DBD, PSB, ACB, and Format Definitions (FMT).
  • Administration of IMS Full Function, HALDB, Fast Path, and DEDB databases.
  • Proficiency in DBRC, database load, restore, recovery, and reorganization (REORG) processes.
  • Experience with database initialization, forward recovery, checkpoint/restart, secondary index creation, and pointer checking.
  • Strong knowledge of IMS utilities (IBM and BMC tools).
  • Familiarity with IMS exit points and custom routines.
  • Strong working knowledge of z/OS, TSO/ISPF, and JCL.
  • Experience with supporting technologies such as VSAM, CICS, and IMS DC.
  • Working knowledge of RACF security administration related to IMS environments.
  • Hands-on experience with File Manager, IMSUTIL, DELTA IMS, IBM/BMC IMS Utilities.
  • Database monitoring, performance tuning, and capacity management.
  • Troubleshooting and resolution of IMS database issues.
  • Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and incident management.
  • Backup, recovery, disaster recovery, and high-availability support.
  • Change, release, and production support experience.
  • Analytical problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to work in critical production environments and manage priorities effectively.
  • Documentation and process improvement mindset.

Benefits

  • Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending June 2026 totaled $14.8 billion.
  • Global technology company with over 223,000 people across 60 countries.
  • Delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI.
  • Works with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services.
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Company

HCLTech

Job Posted

1 month ago

Employment Type

Full Time

WorkMode

On Site

Experience Level

Senior

Locations

Madurai, India

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