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How much do mainframe storage remote jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for mainframe storage remote in Maryland is $52.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45.29 and $60.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Mainframe Storage Remote vs Mainframe Storage Technician?

AspectMainframe Storage RemoteMainframe Storage Technician
CredentialsCertifications in mainframe storage management, such as IBM Certified SpecialistCertifications in mainframe hardware and storage, often similar or overlapping
Work EnvironmentRemote access to mainframe systems, often in data centers or cloud environmentsOn-site or remote hardware maintenance and troubleshooting in data centers
Industry UsageUsed by organizations managing large-scale mainframe storage remotelyTypically on-site roles focusing on hardware and storage device maintenance
Search & ComparisonOften compared based on remote management skills vs on-site hardware skills

In summary, Mainframe Storage Remote focuses on managing mainframe storage systems remotely, often through cloud or network access, while Mainframe Storage Technician involves hands-on hardware maintenance and troubleshooting on-site or remotely. Both roles require similar certifications and are integral to mainframe storage management but differ mainly in work environment and daily tasks.

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Infographic showing various Mainframe Storage Remote job openings in Maryland as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 57% Full Time, and 43% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,993 per year, or $52.4 per hour.

Mainframe z/OS System Programmer

Columbia, MD • On-site, Remote

CREATIVE GLOBAL CONSULTING
IT Services • 501 - 1,000 employees

$53.50 - $68.25/hr

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Job description

Job Details:
Role: Mainframe z/OS System Programmer
Location: Remote
Duration: 12+ Months Contract
Task Description:
As an US Citizen and as a Senior System Programmer (Mainframe) 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 Offering which consist of the following clients Federal Retirement Investment Board (FRTIB), Bureau of the Fiscal Service (Fiscal), JP Morgan Chase, and Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) clients. Primary tasks being MVS systems programming activities such as system security compliance to Federal government Security Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIG), 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/Level of Experience :
  • 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 / TSS for all regions and LPARs.
  • Executes regulatory and operational control activities related to user provisioning, de-provisioning and access re-certification.
  • Proficient in Audits

Nice to have skills:
  • Knowledge of Federal DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGS).
  • Knowledge of ServiceNow and ITSM processes