Mainframe Systems Programmer

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We are seeking an experienced Mainframe z/OS Systems Programmer for a remote contract in Austin, TX.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary support as the subject matter expert for z/OS operating systems and system components; provide direct technical support as needed in the planning, implementation and testing of releases, upgrades, or changes to z/OS operating system, network, and component software.
• Provide end user support for assigned Independent Software Vendor (ISV) products such as BlueZone.
• provide primary administration and end user support for SCLM.
• Provide input and recommendations for hardware capacity planning.
• Provide primary administrative support for CICS® and IMS™.
• Diagnose platform, software and related product issues and follow up with root cause analysis.
• Analyze performance issues and provide input and recommendations for capacity planning.
• Provide input and recommendations for system-wide performance tuning to meet required levels of service.
• Provide input and recommendations for system parameters and system libraries management.
• Provide support for technical consultation and inquiries from the other IT technical teams.
• Provide support as technical lead on internal team projects or participate on project teams that impact the z/OS platform.
• Provide support for Integration-testing new products with existing applications and user procedures.
• Assist with maintaining and providing technical support for Mainframe Production Control and Support Jobs and monthly Mainframe Job Scheduler.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5 years experience with z/OS Systems Programming
• 5 years experience with JES2, z/OS Unix System Services (OMVS), Storage Management Subsystem (SMS)
• 3 years experience with TSS (Top Secret Security)
• 3 years experience with performance monitoring to include initial analysis of performance issues
• 2 years experience with REXX

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Informatica Power Exchange Administration
• Working knowledge for each of the following: z/OS Operation, z/OS Networking – VTAM (Virtual Telecommunications Access Method), TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)
• Working knowledge for each of the following: z/OS-centric automated job scheduling and management software (JOBTRAC), Terminal Emulator Software (BLUEZONE), VTAM Session Manager Software (VTAM/SWITCH)
• Working knowledge for each of the following: SMP/E (System Modification Program/Extended), RMF (Resource Measurement Facility), SMF (System Management Facility), WLM (Workload Management), JCL (Job Control Language)
• Working knowledge for each of the following: GRS (Global Resource Serialization), VSAM (Virtual Storage Access Method), TSO (Time Sharing Option)
• Experience with TLS configuration (certificates, SSL – RSA Keys, SFTP, FTPS)
• Experience with SCLM (or other similar configuration management tools), specifically configuration and administration of SCLM
• Experience with CPM for JOBTRAC

What We Offer:

Sistema offers competitive pay and solid benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. We keep things simple, focus on people, and prioritize long-term relationships with our clients and consultants.

Apply now if you’re a clear communicator, problem solver, and ready to work remote in Texas!

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Government Relations Services

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Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area 2 days ago

Texas, United States $90,900.00-$129,900.00 2 weeks ago