Senior Associate Database Administrator

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world’s leading businesses.  We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people—Kyndryls—that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.

The Role

Job Description – Senior Associate, Database Administration

Position

Senior Associate – Database Administration

Role Summary

Responsible for the administration, maintenance, monitoring, automation, security, and high availability of PostgreSQL, Cassandra, and IBM Db2 databases in production environments. Provide L2/L3 operational support, perform proactive monitoring, ensure compliance with security standards, and collaborate with application teams to maintain database reliability and performance.

Key Responsibilities

PostgreSQL Database Administration

• Provide L2/L3 operational support for PostgreSQL production databases.
• Troubleshoot database issues and ensure high availability through replication.
• Configure and maintain replication environments.
• Manage SSL certificates, renewals, and certificate lifecycle.
• Plan and execute Disaster Recovery (DR) activities, including Point-in-Time Recovery (PITR).
• Configure authentication mechanisms including Kerberos, LDAP, and SSL certificate-based authentication.
• Configure Kerberos authentication and provide secure read-only database access through pgAdmin.
• Manage database users, roles, and privileges based on application and business requirements.
• Perform performance analysis and query optimization using EXPLAIN ANALYZE.
• Execute regular database maintenance activities such as VACUUM, ANALYZE, and housekeeping tasks.
• Automate routine administrative tasks using custom shell scripts and Tivoli Workload Scheduler (TWS).
• Automate and generate database health check and production status reports.
• Monitor PostgreSQL environments using Dynatrace and respond to database alerts.
• Collaborate with application teams to resolve database-related issues and performance concerns.

Cassandra Database Administration

• Provide L2 support for Cassandra production environments.
• Troubleshoot database issues using system logs and application diagnostics.
• Manage production Cassandra clusters and ensure proper replication and quorum configurations.
• Perform SSL certificate lifecycle management to minimize service disruptions.
• Execute Cassandra version upgrades to address security vulnerabilities and maintain platform support.
• Automate operational tasks using UCD templates and Git repositories.
• Configure authentication mechanisms and manage database access according to client requirements.
• Utilize DSE OpsCenter for monitoring, repairs, compactions, backups, and cluster maintenance.
• Provision and manage database roles and permissions based on application requirements.
• Perform routine health checks and proactively monitor cluster health.

IBM Db2 Database Administration

• Provide administration and operational support for IBM Db2 LUW environments.
• Configure and maintain High Availability Disaster Recovery (HADR) and SQL replication environments.
• Assist in configuring and maintaining Tivoli System Automation (TSA) for high availability.
• Perform Fix Pack upgrades to ensure security, compatibility, and system stability.
• Plan and execute database maintenance, backups, and restore activities.
• Support Disaster Recovery testing and recovery procedures.
• Troubleshoot database issues using tools such as db2diag, db2pd,expln,advis and db2support.
• Perform query tuning and SQL performance optimization based on application requirements.
• Manage transaction logs and database housekeeping activities.
• Handle SSL certificate renewals and database security compliance.
• Monitor database performance and alerts using Dynatrace.
• Manage database users, roles, and access permissions based on application requirements.

Common Responsibilities Across Database Platforms

• Maintain accurate asset information in ServiceNow (SNOW), ensuring zero stale or orphaned managed assets.
• Generate and support monthly Resource Utilization (RU) and currency reports.
• Coordinate with Configuration Management teams for effective database license management.
• Identify, assess, and remediate infrastructure and database security vulnerabilities.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and evidence.
• Generate and maintain quarterly Access Control Lists (ACLs).
• Collaborate with infrastructure, application, security, and client teams to ensure smooth database operations.
• Perform proactive monitoring, incident resolution, and root cause analysis.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual effort.
• Ensure compliance with organizational security, operational, and change management standards.
• Participate in production support, maintenance windows, and planned database changes.

Tools & Technologies

• Databases: PostgreSQL, Cassandra, IBM Db2 LUW
• Monitoring: Dynatrace, DSE OpsCenter, IBM Tivoli
• Automation: Shell Scripting, Tivoli Workload Scheduler (TWS), UrbanCode Deploy (UCD), Git,Ansible
• Authentication: Kerberos, LDAP, SSL Certificates
• Database Utilities: EXPLAIN ANALYZE, VACUUM, db2diag, db2pd, db2support,read-repair, Compaction, EXPLAIN,ADVIS
• ITSM & Asset Management: ServiceNow (SNOW)
• High Availability & DR: Replication, HADR, TSA, Point-in-Time Recovery (PITR),Streaming replication, Logical replication,Db2 SQL replication, Cassandra Local & Each Quorum

Your Future at Kyndryl
Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. We have opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.

Who You Are

You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Required skills and experience

• IBM DB2 Database Administrator - LUW
• PostgreSQL, Cassandra, MS SQL, Oracle
• Public/private cloud management, especially migration from on-prem to cloud.

Patching

Preferred skills and experience

• Automation experience, especially IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service)
• Vulnerability management
• On prem AD FS (Active Directory Federation Services) with Microsoft Active Directory (AD), and/or Azure AD

Being You

The “Kyn” in Kyndryl means kinship, which represents the strong bonds we have with each other, our customers and our communities. We focus on ensuring all Kyndryls feel included and we welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We believe in growth, and we’re excited to see what you can bring. At Kyndryl, employee feedback has told us that our number one driver of employee engagement is belonging. That sense of belonging — being a valued, respected, trusted member of the team — is fundamental to our culture and fueling great experiences for our customers. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you the ability to thrive and contribute to our culture of empathy and shared success. That’s The Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

Your career with us isn’t just a job—it’s an adventure with purpose.  We offer a dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture that supports your well-being and empowers you to grow. Our Be Well programs are thoughtfully designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health—because we know that when you feel your best, you do your best.

From your very first day, you’ll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day. You won’t just contribute—you’ll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth.

We’re here to champion your journey. With powerful tools to chart your career path, personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions, and continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track, you’ll have everything you need to thrive and evolve. You’ll develop in-demand skills to grow your career and achieve your ambitions with access to cutting-edge learning opportunities—from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands-on experiences. And through it all, you’ll be part of a culture that values empathy, restless learning, and a devotion to shared success.

We want you to thrive here—and we’re committed to helping you do just that. Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape what’s next.

Get Referred!

If you know someone that works at Kyndryl, when asked ‘How Did You Hear About Us’ during the application process, select ‘Employee Referral’ and enter your contact's Kyndryl email address.