Mainframe Programmer

IBM Mainframe System Programmer

• 8+ years IBM mainframe support with at least 2 years in an administration role.
• Strong knowledge of IBM z/OS operating system and mainframe architecture.
• Experience with SMP/E, JCL, REXX, ISPF, and system utilities like Xpediter, File Manager, Dump Master, Abend Aid, Control M.
• Familiarity with storage management (DFSMS), networking (VTAM, TCP/IP), and security (RACF).
• Hands‑on experience with system upgrades and migrations.
• Knowledge of disaster recovery planning and execution.
• Evaluate, plan, install, configure and tune system hardware, operating system, and system software products.
• Effectively work with vendors to document and resolve problems with system hardware, software and firmware.
• Participate in planning and conducting disaster recovery tests.
• Provide statistical analysis and monitoring of storage subsystems and CPU utilization in order to provide information on system capacity and workload, making recommendations when applicable.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.

• z/OS architecture, MVS internals, system utilities (e.g., IEBGENER, IDCAMS, IEBCOPY)
• JCL, TSO/ISPF, REXX, CLIST
• Networking: TCP/IP, SNA/VTAM, connectivity adapters, VIPA, Sysplex scaling
• Security products: RACF, ACF2
• Monitoring tools: RMF, SMF, OMEGAMON, Health Checker
• Middleware administration: CICS, DB2, IMS, MQ, Web Sphere

• Mid‑Senior level

• Contract

• Information Technology

• IT Services and IT Consulting