What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mainframe Systems Programmer (Z/OS) position at Élan Partners?
Title : Mainframe Systems Programmer (Z / OS)
Direct Hire
Unable to sponsor
Hybrid work environment
Responsibilities :
Will be responsible for installing, configuring, monitoring and troubleshooting of LPARS with a Mainframe environment. Task will include performance monitoring, tuning, researching issues, and analysis of requests to determine mainframe hardware / software implications. Perform maintenance patching, application upgrades, hardware installations / replacements and upgrades by performing O / S reconfigurations as needed. Able to develop / modify scripts to automate processes, and provide support to development teams. Will ensure mainframe security by reviewing and implementing mainframe policies within the systems.
Required Skills :
- 5 years Mainframe Systems Programming experience; Z / OS preferred
- Solid experience with COBOL, DB2, MQ; able to develop / modify scripts for automation
- Experience monitoring, troubleshooting, and supporting LPARS within a mainframe environment
- Experience with some of the following : ALC, VTAM, CICS, TSO, ISPF and JES
- Excellent communication skills; collaborative, detail-oriented, strong analysis / troubleshooting
- Able to participate in on-call responsibilities (after hours, weekends as needed)
Education :
Bachelor's degree preferred; High School degree or GED required
