TEMP_NEO_Z/OS Network Systems Programmer
Job in
Compton, Los Angeles County, California, 90222, USA
Listed on 2026-08-16
Listing for:
HireTalent
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-16
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
Database Administrator, Systems Administrator, Systems Engineer, Disaster Recovery IT
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Z/OS Network Systems Programmer
Location:
9150
E. Imperial Hwy., Downey, CA, 90242 Position Type:
Onsite Duration: 1 year with potential to extend/FTE Client: LA County
Job Description:
The Mainframe Systems Programmer / Mainframe DBA is responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, performance tuning, security, and availability of IBM z/OS mainframe systems and associated database technologies. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the stability, performance, and reliability of mission critical enterprise applications supported by mainframe environments.
- Mainframe Systems Programming
- Install, configure, maintain, and upgrade IBM z/OS operating systems and related system software
- Manage and support core mainframe subsystems including JES2/JES3, SMP/E, RACF, TSO/ISPF, CICS, IMS, DB2, and system utilities
- Monitor system performance and capacity; perform tuning and optimization
- Implement and maintain system automation and scheduling tools (e.g., CA 7, Control M)
- Support disaster recovery, business continuity, and system failover testing
- Diagnose and resolve complex system-level issues and performance problems
- Apply vendor patches, PTFs, and software upgrades following change management procedures
- Database Administration (DBA)
- Install, configure, and maintain DB2 for z/OS (and/or IMS DB) environments
- Perform database design reviews, schema changes, and capacity planning
- Monitor database performance and conduct tuning activities
- Manage backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies
- Implement database security controls, access permissions, and auditing
- Support data migrations, application releases, and testing activities
- Troubleshoot database availability and integrity issues
Skills & Qualifications
Technical Skills
- Strong experience with IBM z/OS mainframe environments
- Hands-on expertise with DB2 for z/OS (IMS experience is a plus)
- Proficiency with SMP/E, JCL, and system-level batch processing
- Knowledge of RACF security administration
- Experience with performance monitoring and tuning tools (e.g., RMF, SMF)
- Familiarity with mainframe storage systems (DASD, tape management)
- Understanding of enterprise change management and ITIL practices
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field OR equivalent professional experience
Must have:
- 5+ years of experience in mainframe systems programming and/or mainframe DBA roles
- Experience supporting 24x7 mission-critical production environments
- Proven ability to work independently and as part of a cross functional team
Preferred Qualifications
- IBM certifications (e.g., z/OS, DB2 for z/OS)
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