Description

You will manage and maintain mainframe z/OS environments within a 24x7x365 operational setting.

Responsibilities

• Install, customize, and maintain vendor software products following established naming conventions and standards.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal staff to manage patches, fix packs, and maintenance upgrades to prevent outages.
• Configure security rules using RACF and manage system interfaces for transaction services.
• Monitor system performance using specialized tools and tune software to optimize throughput and code reuse.
• Analyze client-reported problems and collaborate with vendors to implement corrective action plans.

Required Skills

• Minimum 5 years of experience in systems programming or core z/OS operating system administration.
• Extensive experience with z/OS operating systems and subsystems including CICS, IMS, and RACF.
• Proven track record in z/OS program product installation and administration.
• Experience managing IBM mainframe products such as MQ and WebSphere.
• Ability to perform software upgrades and patches during off-peak windows to minimize production impact.
• Strong technical documentation skills for creating user guides and technical bulletins.
• Experience with storage management and third-party program products.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of distributed systems, middleware technologies, and basic networking.

Key Skills

Education

Any Graduate