Key Responsibilities
- Install, configure, upgrade, and support IBM z/OS operating systems and third-party software.
- Use SMP/E extensively to manage installations, PTFs, APARs, HOLDDATA processing, and CSI zones.
- Develop and maintain REXX scripts to automate system administration, monitoring, and operational processes.
- Administer and utilize z/OSMF workflows, plugins, and services for system management.
- Perform root-cause analysis on complex system issues using logs, dumps, and diagnostic tools.
- Partner with cross-functional infrastructure teams, maintain technical documentation, and mentor junior administrators.
Required Skills
- 10+ years of enterprise-level experience with both SMP/E and REXX scripting automation.
- Strong hands-on proficiency with IBM z/OSMF, JCL, TSO/ISPF, and UNIX System Services (USS).
- Proven ability to diagnose complex mainframe issues independently and manage system-level changes.
- Excellent analytical, documentation, and technical communication skills.
Desired Skills
- Familiarity with JES2, RACF, TCP/IP, and HMC.
- Experience with Parallel Sysplex, WLM, RMF/SMF, and DFSMS.
- Knowledge of Disaster Recovery planning and mainframe performance-monitoring tools.
Rate:
Not specified
Location:
Remote
IR35 Status:
Outside
Remote Status:
Remote
Industry:
IT
Seniority Level:
Senior