Mainframe Programmer/Developer

Mainframe Programmer/Developer

Posted 6 days ago by 1757579777

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Summary: The Mainframe Programmer/Developer role involves coordinating daily mainframe system administration functions, supporting data entry/control processes, and collaborating with various IT teams to ensure smooth operations. The position requires expert-level knowledge in z/OS Systems Programming and includes responsibilities such as performance monitoring, capacity planning, and technical support for system upgrades. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with z/OS and related technologies, as well as a strong background in mainframe operations. This role offers flexibility with remote work options or a Texas-based location.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinating daily mainframe system administration functions (configuration, break/fix support, user account creation/support).
  • Routine system administration tasks such as security administration, performance monitoring, and system maintenance.
  • Supporting data entry/control processes, coordinating mainframe operations at the State's Consolidated Data Center Services (DCS).
  • Collaborating with Network Administration, Customer Support, and Application Development teams to ensure smooth daily operations.
  • Supporting Informatica Power Exchange Administration for Change Data Capture processing using IMS/VSAM (preferred).
  • Applying expert-level knowledge as a Mainframe z/OS Systems Programmer to support both legacy systems and the Mainframe Transformation Team.
  • Serving as subject matter expert for z/OS operating systems and components.
  • Providing technical support for planning, implementation, and testing of releases, upgrades, or changes to z/OS OS, network, and software.
  • Administering ISV products (e.g., BlueZone) and SCLM.
  • Performing capacity planning and making hardware recommendations.
  • Providing CICS and IMS administrative support.
  • Diagnosing and resolving platform/software issues with root cause analysis.
  • Conducting system-wide performance tuning and parameter management.
  • Supporting technical consultations for other IT teams.
  • Leading or participating in internal projects affecting the z/OS platform.
  • Performing integration testing of new products with existing applications.
  • Maintaining and supporting Mainframe Production Control and Job Scheduling.

Key Skills:

  • 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 and initial performance issue analysis
  • 2+ years Experience with REXX
  • 3+ years Experience with Informatica Power Exchange Administration (preferred)
  • 3+ years Working knowledge of z/OS Operation, VTAM, TCP/IP
  • 3+ years Working knowledge of JOBTRAC, BLUEZONE, VTAM/SWITCH
  • 3+ years Working knowledge of SMP/E, RMF, SMF, WLM, JCL, GRS
  • 3+ years Working knowledge of VSAM, TSO
  • 3+ years Experience with TLS configuration (SSL, RSA Keys, SFTP, FTPS)
  • 3+ years Experience with SCLM (or similar configuration management tools)
  • 3+ years Experience with CPM for JOBTRAC

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: USA

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Responsibilities include:

  • Coordinating daily mainframe system administration functions (configuration, break/fix support, user account creation/support).
  • Routine system administration tasks such as security administration, performance monitoring, and system maintenance.
  • Supporting data entry/control processes, coordinating mainframe operations at the State's Consolidated Data Center Services (DCS).
  • Collaborating with Network Administration, Customer Support, and Application Development teams to ensure smooth daily operations.
  • Supporting Informatica Power Exchange Administration for Change Data Capture processing using IMS/VSAM (preferred).
  • The Worker will apply expert-level knowledge as a Mainframe z/OS Systems Programmer to support both legacy systems and the Mainframe Transformation Team.


Responsibilities:

  • Serve as subject matter expert for z/OS operating systems and components.
  • Provide technical support for planning, implementation, and testing of releases, upgrades, or changes to z/OS OS, network, and software.
  • Administer ISV products (e.g., BlueZone) and SCLM.
  • Perform capacity planning and make hardware recommendations.
  • Provide CICS and IMS administrative support.
  • Diagnose and resolve platform/software issues with root cause analysis.
  • Conduct system-wide performance tuning and parameter management.
  • Support technical consultations for other IT teams.
  • Lead or participate in internal projects affecting the z/OS platform.
  • Perform integration testing of new products with existing applications.
  • Maintain and support Mainframe Production Control and Job Scheduling.


Required Skills & Experience:

  • 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 and initial performance issue analysis
  • 2+ years Experience with REXX


Preferred Skills & Experience:

  • 3+ years Experience with Informatica Power Exchange Administration
  • 3+ years Working knowledge of z/OS Operation, VTAM, TCP/IP
  • 3+ years Working knowledge of JOBTRAC, BLUEZONE, VTAM/SWITCH
  • 3+ years Working knowledge of SMP/E, RMF, SMF, WLM, JCL, GRS
  • 3+ years Working knowledge of VSAM, TSO
  • 3+ years Experience with TLS configuration (SSL, RSA Keys, SFTP, FTPS)
  • 3+ years Experience with SCLM (or similar configuration management tools)
  • 3+ years Experience with CPM for JOBTRAC
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