UniVerse DB Admin
Location: Chicago-Area - Hybrid
Position Description: Hands-on administration and tuning of UniVerse and other in-production databases. Develop, implement, and support applications that interface with core systems. Part of a team that is responsible for the transfer of all system files within the Client’s database, to/from corporate systems, and external vendors and partners. Responsible for cross-platform printing, file sharing, and security. Some light travel is possible.
Requirements
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Provide monitoring, support, and productivity enhancements for in-house encrypted UniVerse Databases running on Linux platforms in multiple geographies
· Perform UniVerse database upgrades and conversions as required
· Manage database history files to facilitate application development testing
· Participate in system conversion activities with Veeam backup/restore and file transfer platforms
· Install, configure, and manage multiple instances of IBM MQ and GoAnywhere MFT across multiple geographies, utilizing SFTP, API calls, and other standard transfer protocols
· Manage and administer interface products on multiple OS platforms
· Assist in integrating and updating UniVerse systems in Development and Test environments
· Troubleshoot problems on systems of ownership, including business applications, hardware and software solutions
· Supplement UNIX Administrator with performance analysis, security, monitoring, and upgrades of Linux environments
· Assist in disaster recovery/business continuity design and testing with replicated production data
· Assist in servers and PURE storage provisioning and administration
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
· Two years’ experience installing and supporting UniVerse Database Systems a plus
· Four-year degree majoring in Engineering or Computer Science or 4+ years’ experience working as Database Administrator
· Broad system administration background, strong UNIX skills and familiarity with Windows, and Linux
· Strong TCP-IP, DNS, and networking skills are required in addition to knowledge of SSH certificates, GPG and PGP encryption, FIPS 140-2, AES, SFTP, SCP, FTPS, AS2, HTTPS, and RSYNC
· Proven project management skills: ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
· Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
· Effective communication, excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills
· Experience with client/server technology, preferably with a PICK UniVerse/UniData environment
WORKING CONDITIONS
Required working hours are approximately 8 to 5 Monday - Friday. Some after hours (early morning / evenings and Saturdays) work may be required during the week and on weekends to accomplish work within critical deadlines. The environment will be intense and fast paced.