Mainframe IMS DB Tools Specialist

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pacer groupEast Boston (MA)

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$66.00/hr

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About the role

Job Title: Mainframe IMS DB Tools SpecialistLocation: New York, NY

Work Arrangement: RemoteEmployment Type: ContractDuration: 12 MonthsDomain: Enterprise Technology & Mainframe InfrastructurePay Rate: $66.00/hr W2 | $81.00/hr C2CApplication Deadline: October 20, 2026SKILLS REQUIREDPrimary (Must-Have):

IBM IMS Tools & Parallel Sysplex Management
IMS Systems Programming & Advanced Database AdministrationSecondary (Good to Have):
BMC & Broadcom IMS Tools Experience
HALDB, Fast Path (DEDBs), and DBD/PSB GenerationPOSITION OVERVIEWThis role sits within the enterprise mainframe infrastructure department, reporting directly to the Director of Infrastructure Engineering, and is designed to solve critical database optimization, migration, and disaster recovery bottlenecks for mission-critical systems. The specialist will lead complex migrations to IBM IMS Tools and ensure high availability, performance tuning, and proactive space management across legacy enterprise environments.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead and execute complex migrations to IBM IMS Tools from 3rd party products, developing comprehensive project plans across planning, conversion, implementation, and cutover phases
Install, configure, and manage IMS in a parallel sysplex environment alongside IBM IMS Tools to ensure optimal system performance
Evaluate change requests, review new versions of IMS for functionality, and maintain robust database structures including HALDB, Fast Path databases, and secondary indexes
Establish enterprise policies and procedures pertaining to database management, disaster recovery, security, maintenance, and space utilization
Provide advanced troubleshooting, vendor consultations, and customer training sessions for production database issues and migration processesBENEFITSMedical | Dental | Vision | 401(k)EEOC Compliance:

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. DISCLAIMERAI Usage Policy: Pacer Group uses AI to assist in screening applications. Final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters based on qualifications and experience.

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