Database Administrator (Adabas/Natural) - Software AG

Software AG: Natural/Adabas Administrator Location: Columbia, SCEmployment Type: Full-time About the Role We are seeking an experienced Natural/Adabas Administrator to manage and optimize our Software AG ecosystem with a focus on reliability, security, performance, and user enablement. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in Adabas and Natural Security administration, ensuring seamless operations of mission-critical systems while driving innovation and resilience. Key Responsibilities Database Administration: Manage and monitor Adabas & Natural Security environments (production, test, and development). Perform nightly backups, environment refreshes, DDM management, and operational scripting. Security & Compliance: Implement and maintain secure access controls, role-based permissions, and auditing processes. Handle access changes, terminations, and routine security reviews. Data Access & Analytics: Support and maintain Adabas data access tools (e.g., CONNX). Develop user data catalogs, training materials, and provide hands-on support for query design. Change Management: Guide schema and file modifications across dev/test/prod. Maintain data dictionary, operational scripts, and ensure full documentation of changes. Platform Advancement: Research, recommend, and implement upgrades, patches, and modernization initiatives to enhance performance and resilience. Business Continuity: Participate in disaster recovery planning, testing, and response activities. Minimum Qualifications 5+ years of hands-on experience with Software AG Adabas and Natural in production environments. Proficiency in Natural Security, environment refreshes, backup/restore procedures, performance tuning, and scripting (Natural utilities). Working knowledge of CONNX or equivalent Adabas data access tools (installation, configuration, and support). Strong background in role-based access control, audits, and regulated environments. Experience supporting SDLC/change control processes across environments. Excellent communication skills, with ability to create user guides and train both technical and business users. Familiarity with Software AG tools (NaturalONE, Predict, EntireX, DDM management). Preferred Qualifications Experience with capacity planning, performance engineering, and platform modernization. Prior participation in BC/DR program development and exercises. Note- Hybrid. On-site (5 days) for the first two months of the contract, then resource is able to work remote. Job Type: Contract Pay: $60.37 - $70.00 per hour Application Question(s): Do you hold GC/USC ? Ability to Relocate: Remote: Relocate before starting work (Preferred) Work Location: Remote