Job Description :
We are looking for a Full-time/contract employee for a Systems Programmer.
The Candidate will perform highly complex mainframe systems programming tasks. The candidate will successfully install and upgrade z/OS operating system software and related IBM program products, and 3rd party software, as required; provide oversite of the mainframe systems software environment; and the implementation of technology solutions. Work involves the upkeep, configuration, and reliable operation of mainframe systems. Oversees the development of operating procedures for technical support, troubleshooting, maintenance, and innovative systems administration techniques. Provides guidance in troubleshooting and solving complex problems related to mainframe system software and hardware incident and problem calls, and the processing of service requests and tasks. Supports projects that cross functional agency systems and other state entities that require coordination, planning, and scheduling during project development and implementation. 
CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS(Required):
  • Experience installing and maintaining mainframe products including: z/OS and operating system support products as well as 3rd party software products.
  • Experience determining root cause analysis and problem determination.
  • Expert experience with SMP/E
  • Experience with SYSPLEX environment changes, such as changes to CFRM policy, LOGR policy, WLM policy
  • Experience with utility programs and products including: ISPF, IDCAMS, CLISTS/REXX, SORT, TSO
  • Experience writing system documentation
  • Experience with JCL
  • Experience with coaching, mentoring and knowledge transfer to team members and other personnel as required
  • Experience with highly complex application security requirements

Skills(Preferred):
  • Experience with JES3 and/or JES3Plus
  • Experience with Workload Manager (WLM)
  • Experience determining security requirements for new products & processes;
  • Experience with Mainframe Telecommunication, TCP/IP
  • Experience with Mainframe methods of encryption
  • Experience with BMC MainView monitors or similar system monitors.
  • Experience with Control/M for z/OS or an equivalent job scheduler
  • IBM zSecure
  • Knowledge of IDz, Eclipse for Mainframe
  • Experience with Mainframe Change Control products (BMC ISPW or equivalent)
  • Experience with Rocket’s Shadow or Rocket DV
  • Experience with z/OSMF or willingness to become z/OSMF subject matter expert for the team.
  • IBM zSecure
  • Proficient with the Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, TEAMS, Microsoft Project, Word, Visio, Excel and PowerPoint
             

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