What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mainframe z/OS Systems Programmer position at Smart IT Frame LLC?
Hi All
Job title: Mainframe z/OS Systems Programmer
Job Location: Poughkeepsie, NY (Hybrid)
Contract
Job Summary:
- We are seeking a highly skilled Mainframe z/OS Systems Programmer with 7 to 10 years of experience in z/OS Administration to join our team.
- The ideal candidate will manage z/OS projects, ensuring the delivery of high-quality solutions.
- This hybrid role requires strong technical expertise and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to drive impactful outcomes.
Required Skills:
- Mainframe z/OS Administration
- Mainframe Storage Administration
- RACF Security Administration
Responsibilities:
- Oversees the installation, upgrade, configuration, monitoring, and maintenance of the Z/OS operating system.
- Maintains knowledge of all Z/OS utilities and tools (HCD, SMP/E, RACF, TCP/IP, SMTP, FTP, DFDSS, DSF, SMS, Infoprint, TLS, VTAM)
- Maintains knowledge of SERVER pack installs and upgrades.
- Maintains knowledge of TSO/JCL and all ISPF functionalities
- Assists Mainframe programmers when needed (log on issues, dataset issues, Job abends)
- Provides elevated Mainframe access to new Programmers, Contractors & Computer Operators for TSO, RACF & Zeke
- Maintains knowledge of Hardware configuration via (HMC, DS8910, and Luminex VTL tape subsystems)
- Maintains knowledge of OEM products including (OPS/MVS (alerts), Zeke job scheduler, Zara tape management
- Holds a high degree of ability to resolve hardware/software issues to maintain 24x7 operation.
- Strong capability to identify system or process deficiencies and recommend solutions.
- Ensures the latest release of applications are implemented in a timely manner with minimal or no disruption to IT operations.
- Maintains and provides continuous improvement of the processes, standards, policies, working methods, and tools.
- Ensures appropriate tools and processes are in place to have a development/production environment that is reliable and reproducible.
- Ensures tool configuration consistency across development, stage, testing, sandbox, and production environments.
- Estimates work effort requirements efficiently and appropriately Participates in ongoing production support and end user support.
- Provides user training and documentation, updating existing and created new documents, both technical and end-user
- Reviews and make necessary changes to the Information Systems Division Disaster Recovery Support Manual annually.
- On Call 24 x 7 rotation with the other Mainframe Analysts to provide 24 x 7 coverage
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in z/OS Administration.
- Strong technical skills in geospatial data management and analysis.
- Proven track record of successfully managing geospatial projects.
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
- Proficiency in system performance monitoring and optimization.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and best practices.
- Experience in mentoring and training team members is a plus.
- Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work model.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality solutions.
- Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities.
Passion for leveraging geospatial technologies to drive business success
