Technical Applications/Systems Analyst, IBM Mainframe

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Install, configure, and manage IBM mainframe operating systems, particularly IBM z/OS.

• Install, upgrade, and maintain ISV products utilizing tools like SMP/E.

• Customize system parameters, libraries, and subsystems as needed.

• Implement maintenance updates, including PTFs and APARs.

• Plan and carry out system IPLs effectively.

• Diagnose system issues, analyze dumps, and resolve software-related challenges.

• Assist with storage management processes, including DASD, SMS, and DFSMS.

• Keep documentation current for system configurations, procedures, and modifications.

• Work collaboratively with application teams, operations, and vendors to resolve issues and implement enhancements.

• Take part in an on-call rotation and provide support during after-hours maintenance windows.

• Ensure system stability, performance, and security for mission-critical applications operating in IBM z/OS environments.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 5 years of experience in IBM mainframe system programming.

• Extensive knowledge of IBM z/OS internals and system components.

• Proficient in SMP/E for software installation and maintenance.

• Strong familiarity with JCL and TSO/ISPF.

• Understanding of system utilities such as IEBCOPY, IDCAMS, and IEBGENER.

• Experience with system IPLs, dump analysis, and issue resolution.

• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting abilities.

• Capability to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Strong documentation and communication skills.

• High attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills.

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or a related field, along with 5 years of relevant experience.

• Alternatively, eight years of additional pertinent experience may compensate for the educational requirement.

• Must be able to pass a Tier 4/HIGH Background Investigation.

• Availability from Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM CST.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits above industry standards.

• Options for remote work.

• Paid time off.

• Opportunities for training and certification.

• Healthcare Savings Account.

• Flexible Savings Account.

• Paid life insurance.

• Short-term disability coverage.

• Long-term disability coverage.

• 401(k) matching program.

• Reimbursement for professional development.

• Employee Assistance Program.

• Paid holidays.

• Military leave.

• Additional compensation options, including bonuses, may be accessible for eligible roles.