Job Description

About NFF

Since 1996, Networking For Future, Inc. (NFF) has been engineering the backbone of mission-critical systems for government and enterprise clients. With headquarters in Washington, DC, we provide expert technology consulting and design-build solutions that solve complex challenges and deliver measurable real-world results.

NFF is an ISO 27001:2022 and ISO 9001:2015 certified company. Our expertise includes solutions for Artificial Intelligence Enablement, Data Center & Cloud, Intelligent Networks, Secure, Connected IoT Technologies, Professional and Managed Services, Workforce Solutions and Zero Trust Strategies. NFF leverages a strategic portfolio of over 200 industry-leading technology brands to deliver precisely tailored solutions that align with each client's unique requirements and mission objectives.

NFF is a Cisco Gold Integrator Partner, Splunk Partner, Arista Partner, Cohesity Partner, Apptega Partner, NetApp Gold Partner, VMware Enterprise Partner, Alloterra Labs Partner, Axis Communications Partner, Asimily Partner, Signify Partner, Rapid7 Partner, Foresite Partner, Arctic Wolf Partner, Microsoft Certified Silver Partner, and Dell Solution Provider Partner.

NFF also holds GSA Schedule 47QTCA21D0047 and many other government contract vehicles.

About this Position / Responsibilities

The role will require you to manage, configure, and maintain DB2 databases running on mainframe platforms. Perform database installation, upgrades, patches, migrations, and version management. Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and tune DB2 components to ensure high availability. Implement backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies to meet project continuity requirements.

Skills:

• 15+ years of strong hands‑on experience with IBM DB2 (LUW or z/OS depending on environment).
• Expertise in database design, data modeling, schema management, and SQL optimization.
• Knowledge of high‑availability technologies (HADR, replication ,failover, clustering).
• Experience supporting complex, transactional, high‑volume systems.
• Familiarity with ETL processes, Data Mining, Data Storage, Data warehousing
• Knowledge of IBM batch jobs, and integration with enterprise applications.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and performance tuning skills.

Responsibilities:

The Senior DB2 database administrator position requires in-depth knowledge of IBMDB2 database background using with IBM Utilities and BMC tools.

• Support the application team by optimizing database queries, stored procedures, packages, and triggers.
• Work closely with developers to integrate enhancements, fixes, and new functionalities aligned with business needs.
• Ensure application releases and data model changes are synchronized with database environments.
• Maintain data integrity through robust data validation, referential integrity, and error-handling practices.
• Enforce database security standards, user access controls, and audit requirements consistent with other divisions.
• Support compliance with privacy and data protection rules applicable to division‑related personal information.
• Use DB2 monitoring tools to proactively identify performance bottlenecks.
• Analyze SQL performance, query execution plans, and recommend optimizations.
• Tune databases, memory pools, indexes, and storage structures for improved system throughput.
• Support ongoing fixes, enhancements, and modernization efforts related to the system.
• Collaborate with infrastructure teams on server performance, storage, and network connectivity affecting DB2.
• Implement schema modifications, table restructuring, indexing strategies, and partitioning as required.
• Provides technical knowledge and support to agencies, personnel, and additional stakeholders
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• May coordinate activities of application developers.
• Able to identify best practices and standards for the use of the product
• Delivers support and design for industry specific applications that require integration with statewide systems or applications
• Interacts with executive level business users or technical experts
• May function as a niche technical SME (Subject Matter Expert)

Qualifications

• 16 Yrs. database design, documentation, and coding
• 16 Yrs. SQL experience
• 16 Yrs. designing and implementing reports and report interfaces
• 16 Yrs. Strong hands-on experience with IBM DB2 (LUW or z/OS depending on environment).
• 16 Yrs. knowledge of high availability technologies (HADR, replication, failover, clustering).
• 10 Yrs. Familiarity with ETL processes, Data Mining, Data Storage, Data warehousing
• Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field or equivalent experience

NFF Disclosures

NFF offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and flexible paid time off options, for eligible employees:

• Medical, Dental and Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account
• STD, LTD, Supplemental life insurance and ADD&D
• Comprehensive 401k plan
• Paid Time Off

NFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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