Perform end-to-end IBM Optim data archival activities, including Access Definition creation, Archive Requests, Extract Requests, Restore Requests, and DB alias configuration.
Generate reports for archive and delete requests to meet audit requirements.
Manage archival of unstructured and structured data across multiple relational databases (Oracle, DB2 LUW, DB2 Mainframe, Postgres, MS SQL Server, Teradata).
Monitor, tune, and optimize data archival performance.
Apply security standards and database-level encryption for data archival processes.
Create storage profiles and legal holds based on data retention policies.
Upgrade IBM Optim versions and apply necessary fixes (iFix) when needed.
Drive automation of archival processes using Python, Shell scripting, PowerShell, or other scripting languages.
Support cloud-based data archival implementations.
Provide Level 3 on-call support and guidance to junior team members.
Mentor and develop team members on best practices in data archival.
Provide insights and recommendations to leadership regarding data archival strategies and optimizations.
