Job summary
Sr Architect responsible for designing resilient IMS administration solutions in a hybrid work model focusing on application database management performance tuning and secure data operations. The role involves collaborating with cross functional teams to optimize IMS environments ensure high availability and align data architecture with business objectives while maintaining compliance and reliability across day shift operations.
Responsibilities
Design comprehensive IMS administration strategies that optimize application database performance reliability and scalability within enterprise environments and support consistent day shift operationsArchitect robust IMS data models and schemas that align with business processes ensuring accurate data representation efficient access patterns and long term maintainability across critical applicationsOversee configuration of IMS subsystems including databases and related resources ensuring appropriate allocation of storage buffers and parameters to meet performance and availability targetsImplement rigorous monitoring for IMS environments using organization tools to detect emerging performance issues capacity risks and operational anomalies before they impact business servicesDevelop and refine IMS performance tuning practices that address query optimization index design and resource utilization resulting in faster transaction processing and improved user experienceCollaborate with application development and infrastructure teams to integrate IMS solutions with middleware and front end systems ensuring seamless data flow and stable application behaviorProvide structured incident analysis and root cause identification for IMS related outages or degradations documenting remediation steps and preventing recurrence through continuous improvement activitiesCreate and maintain detailed documentation for IMS configurations standards and operational procedures to enable consistent administration practices and effective knowledge sharing across teamsCoordinate controlled changes in IMS environments such as upgrades patches and parameter adjustments ensuring thorough impact analysis testing and stable production rolloutSupport data integrity and recovery mechanisms by defining backup schedules recovery procedures and validation checks that safeguard critical information and minimize potential downtimeEngage in capacity planning for IMS databases by forecasting data growth assessing hardware resource needs and recommending scaling strategies that align with projected business demandsContribute to security and compliance efforts by applying organizational policies to IMS configurations enforcing appropriate access controls and supporting audit requirements for regulated dataDrive continuous improvement initiatives that modernize IMS administration practices through automation standardized workflows and best practices that enhance efficiency and reduce operational risk
Qualifications
Possess strong hands on experience in IMS administration with focus on application database tasks including configuration maintenance and performance management for complex environmentsDemonstrate practical understanding of IMS data modeling and schema design principles that support transactional workloads reporting needs and integration with enterprise applicationsApply solid knowledge of performance tuning techniques for IMS databases including index optimization resource configuration and workload analysis to achieve targeted service levelsUtilize experience with backup and recovery methods in IMS to design resilient strategies that protect data support restoration objectives and maintain operational continuityExhibit familiarity with enterprise monitoring and incident management tools that track IMS health generate alerts and guide timely troubleshooting responses during day shiftsShow ability to collaborate effectively with cross functional technology teams using clear communication and structured documentation to deliver reliable IMS solutions in a hybrid work modelDisplay awareness of data security and compliance expectations in enterprise settings and incorporate appropriate controls into IMS administration practices for safer information handling
Certifications Required
Preferred certifications include IBM Certified Database Administrator for IMS and related enterprise database credentials relevant to mainframe data management.
Sobre a Cognizant
Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) é uma construtora de IA e fornecedora de serviços de tecnologia, criando a ponte entre o investimento em IA e o valor para as empresas por meio do desenvolvimento de soluções de IA completas para nossos clientes. Nossa profunda experiência em setores, processos e engenharia nos permite incorporar o contexto único de cada organização em sistemas tecnológicos que potencializam a capacidade humana, geram resultados tangíveis e mantêm empresas globais à frente em um mundo em rápida transformação. Saiba mais em cognizant.ai ou @cognizant.
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