Mainframe z/OS System Programmer - Zolon Tech Solutions Inc

Mainframe z/OS System Programmer Work Location: Remote Duration: Long Term Supporting IBM z15 and z16 mainframe and z/OS 2.5 or higher operating system. As part of IBM zCloud resource pool, supporting the zCloud. Primary tasks being MVS systems programming activities such as system performance, problem determination and resolution, and RACF/ACF2/Top Secret security administration and System Automation support. Other day to day activities include managing tasks in ServiceNow (SNOW) creating change requests for implementation and peer reviewing changes. Knowledge of mainframe storage and backup. Hands on experience of IBM mainframe IPL processes managing multiple z/OS LPARs as required by the client. Required Skills (Max 800 characters) - in order of importance with years of experience needed 10+ years of experience installing, customizing, and maintaining z/OS operating system 5+ years of experience Supporting a stabilized IBM mainframe system environment Experienced with SMP/E and Mainframe Software Maintenance with performance, problem determination and resolution skills Perform systems planning, installation/decommission, configuration/customization, and patching Reporting for MVS, familiar with security reports. MVS system level parameters and user ID definition process Experience defining and validating data encryption methods and security requirements Experience monitoring and managing security reporting ensuring systems are compliant Assist systems programmers in the design and management of ACF2 / RACF for all regions and LPARs Executes regulatory and operational control activities related to user provisioning, de-provisioning and access re-certification Proficient in Audits Preferred Skills - with years of experience needed A strong curiosity about our clients business needs, coupled with a passion to stay on the cutting edge. Consulting skills including team building, flexibility, and client-facing skills. Ability to demonstrate skills in analysis, design, implementation, and development process. Current experience supporting Mainframe customers Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.