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Software AG’s Adabas database & Natural development platform are used by the world’s leading organizations to build and deploy high-performance, mission-critical applications for IBM Z®, Linux® and cloud. Governments and businesses (in finance, manufacturing, retail and more) tailor these applications to give their organization a distinct competitive advantage and optimize them to meet the most demanding operational service level agreements. With a pledge to innovate Adabas & Natural to 2050 and beyond, we ensure our customer’s mission-critical Adabas & Natural applications are Future ready. Now.
In this Exiting field we are looking for a Senior Database Security Specialist – Db2 for z/OS * who will join our mainframe infrastructure team to collaborate with product developers & clients to understand COBOL-Db2 security mapping & recommend security mapping for Java-Db2 environments and enhance in-house Db2 test infrastructure.
ABOUT YOU
General Skills
- Ability to collaborate and maintain good interpersonal relationships
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills with capability to multi-task
- Good creativity & innovation with strong quality focus
- Show commitment to the team & its goals
- Adaptable & self-motivated with a willingness to learn new skills
- Very good communication skills in English
Technical Skills
- Expertise in Db2 for z/OS security aspects pertaining to COBOL-Db2 applications & Java-Db2 applications including local and remote data serving
- Good working experience with Db2 RACF security administration and implementation of “Trusted Context”.
- Expertise in application Db2 database administration including design, planning & implementation of various aspects of database management (physical structure, logical design, SQL tuning & performance)
- Solid experience in Db2 system programming (Db2 sysprog) including Db2 installation & version upgrades, RSU maintenance, installation & configuration of Db2 related products and Db2 system database administration
- Experienced in working with COBOL-Db2 and Java-Db2 mission critical applications in large customer environments under high security standards
- Open to collaborate and support clients, product developers & testers and product service & support staff
- Ability to understand customer’s COBOL-Db2 application environments and recommend system & security configurations for an equivalent Java-Db2 application environment
- Ability to create Db2 subsystems to simulate various Db2 security settings, typically present in large enterprises running COBOL-Db2 applications under high security standards
- Good understanding of Db2 SMF records, experience with Db2 performance reporting and tuning without dependency on tools
- Good knowledge in COBOL-Db2 and REXX programming
- Having additional knowledge of IMS Database Administration and COBOL-IMS DB programming will be an advantage
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree from a reputable institution, but master’s degree is preferred
- 15+ years of experience in the above-mentioned topics
At Software AG we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and fairness where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, compensate, develop, promote, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree from a reputable institution
- 15+ years of experience in Db2 security, database administration, system programming, and related topics
- Expertise in Db2 for z/OS security for COBOL-Db2 and Java-Db2 applications
- Experience with Db2 RACF security administration and Trusted Context implementation
- Experience with application Db2 database administration, including physical structure, logical design, SQL tuning, and performance
- Experience with Db2 system programming, installation, version upgrades, RSU maintenance, related product configuration, and system database administration
- Experience supporting mission-critical COBOL-Db2 and Java-Db2 applications in large, highly secure environments
- Ability to understand customer COBOL-Db2 environments and recommend equivalent Java-Db2 system and security configurations
- Ability to create Db2 subsystems simulating enterprise security settings
- Understanding of Db2 SMF records and performance reporting and tuning without tool dependency
- Knowledge of COBOL-Db2 and REXX programming
- Very good English communication skills and ability to collaborate with clients, developers, testers, and support teams
- Master's degree
- Knowledge of IMS Database Administration and COBOL-IMS DB programming
Software AG Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical coverage includes multiple plan options with major carriers, and employer-verified listings indicate comprehensive core health benefits in the U.S. Wellbeing resources such as an Employee Assistance Program and wellness programs further reinforce health support.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with employer match and a defined vesting schedule appears across U.S. materials, signaling meaningful retirement support. Recent postings also reference retirement benefits alongside standard medical, dental, and vision coverage.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Programs include paid family leave, adoption and caregiver leave, a community service day, and sabbaticals in some markets. Vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays are also called out, supporting a broad time-off offering.
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