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Application Administrator jobs are open across healthcare, higher education, government, and enterprise technology, from entry-level to senior and lead, with specializations in ERP administration, identity and access management, and clinical application support. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job ID:
J54618
Job Title:
Mainframe IMS Application Database Administrator
Location:
Austin, TX
Duration:
12 Months + Extension
Domain Exposure:
Retail
Client:
To Be Discussed Later
Employment Type:
W-2, 1099, C2C
Work Authorization:
US Citizen, Green Card, H-1B, OPT-EAD, CPT, Other
Location: Austin, TX
Duration: 12 Months + Extension
Bill Rate: $72/hour (C2C)
Job Type: W-2, 1099, C2C
Client: To Be Discussed Later
Work Authorization: US Citizen, Green Card, OPT-EAD, CPT, H-1B, H4-EAD, Other
Job Description:
Client is seeking a hands-on IMS Application DBA to support its legacy mainframe systems and mainframe transformation team. The DBA will administer IMS application databases across development, acceptance testing, and production. Hands-on IMS database administration is essential. DB2 DBA experience alone does not qualify.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer IMS databases on z/OS, including performance tuning, security monitoring, backups, recoveries, and database reorganizations.
- Use DBRC, RECON data sets, and LIST reports to perform forward and point-in-time recoveries, troubleshoot production abends, and resolve test issues.
- Create and maintain IMS database definitions. Refresh development and test databases from production backups as requested.
- Support application deployments, production control jobs, and mainframe job scheduling. Provide after-hours support for nightly COBOL and JCL batch jobs.
- Coordinate mainframe software upgrades and disaster recovery testing with the state’s Data Center Services vendor.
Minimum Experience:
7 years IBM z/OS systems platform
7 years z/OS utilities and tools, including TSO, SYSVIEW and/or SDSF, JSF, IDCAMS, IEBGENER, and IEFBR14
5 years Mainframe IMS application database administration
5 years DBRC and forward recoveries
5 years Batch and CICS COBOL, IMS programming, and problem resolution
5 years Developing and troubleshooting complex JCL
5 years JCL, CICS, VSAM, and TSO
2 years Writing, analyzing, and debugging REXX programs on z/OS
2 years IMS HAL databases
2 years IMS Catalog
Preferred Experience:
- 5 years: Top Secret setup, administration, and reporting.
- 3+ years each: ISPF panels, skeletons, and REXX code, plus ISMF storage functions.
- 2 years: Mainframe printer assignments, including IP PrintWay.
- Batch SFTP and FTPS, Informatica PowerExchange for change data capture using IMS or VSAM datasets, and logically related IMS application databases.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
Job ID:
J54618
Job Title:
Mainframe IMS Application Database Administrator
Location:
Austin, TX
Duration:
12 Months + Extension
Domain Exposure:
Retail
Client:
To Be Discussed Later
Employment Type:
W-2, 1099, C2C
Work Authorization:
US Citizen, Green Card, H-1B, OPT-EAD, CPT, Other
Location: Austin, TX
Duration: 12 Months + Extension
Bill Rate: $72/hour (C2C)
Job Type: W-2, 1099, C2C
Client: To Be Discussed Later
Work Authorization: US Citizen, Green Card, OPT-EAD, CPT, H-1B, H4-EAD, Other
Job Description:
Client is seeking a hands-on IMS Application DBA to support its legacy mainframe systems and mainframe transformation team. The DBA will administer IMS application databases across development, acceptance testing, and production. Hands-on IMS database administration is essential. DB2 DBA experience alone does not qualify.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer IMS databases on z/OS, including performance tuning, security monitoring, backups, recoveries, and database reorganizations.
- Use DBRC, RECON data sets, and LIST reports to perform forward and point-in-time recoveries, troubleshoot production abends, and resolve test issues.
- Create and maintain IMS database definitions. Refresh development and test databases from production backups as requested.
- Support application deployments, production control jobs, and mainframe job scheduling. Provide after-hours support for nightly COBOL and JCL batch jobs.
- Coordinate mainframe software upgrades and disaster recovery testing with the state’s Data Center Services vendor.
Minimum Experience:
7 years IBM z/OS systems platform
7 years z/OS utilities and tools, including TSO, SYSVIEW and/or SDSF, JSF, IDCAMS, IEBGENER, and IEFBR14
5 years Mainframe IMS application database administration
5 years DBRC and forward recoveries
5 years Batch and CICS COBOL, IMS programming, and problem resolution
5 years Developing and troubleshooting complex JCL
5 years JCL, CICS, VSAM, and TSO
2 years Writing, analyzing, and debugging REXX programs on z/OS
2 years IMS HAL databases
2 years IMS Catalog
Preferred Experience:
- 5 years: Top Secret setup, administration, and reporting.
- 3+ years each: ISPF panels, skeletons, and REXX code, plus ISMF storage functions.
- 2 years: Mainframe printer assignments, including IP PrintWay.
- Batch SFTP and FTPS, Informatica PowerExchange for change data capture using IMS or VSAM datasets, and logically related IMS application databases.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in application administrator jobs.
- Two or more years administering enterprise applications such as ERP, HRIS, or CRM platforms
- Experience with user provisioning, role-based access control, and application security configuration
- Proficiency troubleshooting application errors, performing root-cause analysis, and coordinating with vendors
- Familiarity with SQL queries for data validation, reporting, and basic application-layer troubleshooting
- Experience supporting application upgrades, patch cycles, and change management processes
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
Tips for Your Application Administrator Job Search
Tailor your resume to each system
Application administrator roles are almost always defined by a specific platform, whether that's an ERP, HRIS, or clinical system. List the exact application names and version numbers you've supported, because hiring managers search resumes for those strings.
Get the vendor certification before applying
Many postings list a certification, like Salesforce Administrator or Epic credentialing, as preferred but screen hard for it. Earning the cert before you apply moves your resume past the first filter without relying on experience alone to compensate.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists application administrator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Show configuration work, not just support tickets
Hiring managers distinguish candidates who configure and optimize applications from those who only handle end-user issues. Describe workflow builds, permission structure changes, or integrations you owned, not just the volume of tickets you resolved.
Prepare a demo scenario for the technical screen
Many application administrator interviews include a live walkthrough of a system you claim to know. Practice narrating configuration decisions out loud, explaining why you set something up a certain way, not just clicking through the interface.
Negotiate scope, not just salary
Application administrator roles vary widely in whether you own one application or a portfolio of ten. Before accepting an offer, clarify the number of systems, the upgrade cycle ownership, and whether you'll have a team, since those factors shape your day-to-day far more than title does.
Application Administrator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most application administrators?
The companies hiring the most application administrators right now include Wet Coast Logistics, C3EL, and Maximus, with the largest share of openings in Texas, New York, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, universities, and large enterprise IT departments consistently post the highest volume of these roles.
How many application administrator jobs are remote?
About 67% of application administrator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability depends heavily on the application type. Cloud-based platform administration, particularly for SaaS-delivered ERP and CRM systems, tends to be the most remote-friendly, while roles tied to on-premises clinical or government systems more often require on-site presence.
How do you become an application administrator?
Start by gaining hands-on experience with a widely deployed enterprise application through an IT support, help desk, or junior admin role at a company that runs that platform. Pursue the vendor's official certification, build familiarity with user provisioning and system configuration, and document specific projects where you owned a configuration change or led an upgrade cycle.
Can you get hired as an application administrator with little experience?
Yes, especially if you hold a relevant vendor certification and can demonstrate hands-on familiarity through lab environments, volunteer IT work, or academic projects. Entry-level postings in higher education and healthcare often list certifications as a substitute for years of experience, so targeting those sectors first gives you a realistic path in without an extensive resume.
What does the application administrator interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter or HR screen focused on your platform background and work history, followed by a technical interview where you walk through how you've handled configuration, access management, or an upgrade. Many employers add a scenario-based round where you troubleshoot a mock issue or explain how you'd approach a system migration, then close with a hiring manager conversation about team fit and scope.
Where can I find and apply to application administrator jobs?
You can find and apply to application administrator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your platform experience and seniority level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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