Mainframe Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

Position OverviewAt PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company's success. As an Infrastructure Engineer Sr within PNC's Enterprise Technology organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA, Dallas, TX, Birmingham, AL, Cleveland, OH, Phoenix, AZ, Atlanta, GA, Charlotte, NC, Chicago, IL, Columbus, OH, Houston, TX, Jacksonville, FL, Richmond, VA, Philadelphia, PA, Miamisburg, OH, Raleigh, NC, Denver, CO or Washington, DC.
Due to the nature of this position we are seeking passionate IT Engineers. Candidates should have experience with the following:
1) Mainframe Security & Platform Software Maintenance
Own security administration and product installs for the mainframe infrastructure platform team-covering ACF2/RACF policy updates, CF structure changes, log exchange configuration, and security-related support (certificates, keyrings, IOGENs).
Plan and execute semiannual mainframe software maintenance (SMP/E apply/accept, product upgrades, and fixes), ensuring stable change implementation that safely impacts most of the bank's z/OS environments.
2) Mainframe Networking & Connectivity Services
Engineer and support network stack components including OSAs, TCP/IP, VTAM, OpenSSH, and Unix System Services to maintain resilient, highthroughput connectivity across LPARs and enterprise endpoints.
Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize communications (routes, ports, encryption ciphers, AT-TLS/policies, interface definitions) to improve availability and performance while adhering to bank security standards.PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.Job Description

• Provides expertise on platform engineering, while overseeing the team's effort and meeting customer needs. Uses technical knowledge and industry experience to design, build and maintain technology solutions.
• Develops software components and hardware for complex projects; aligns these with business strategies and objectives.
• Provides expertise on best practices, standards, engineering approaches and complex technical resolutions for processes.
• Places emphasis on quality improvement efforts; ensures that deliverables are secure, scalable and reliable through estimation and correction.
• Communicates with customers and integrates their needs with development, to meet business objectives.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred SkillsCompetitive Advantages, Customer Solutions, Design, Enterprise Architecture Framework, Machine Learning (ML), Project Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Assessments, Risk Management, Technical Knowledge, Technology DevelopmentCompetenciesApplication Delivery Process, Consulting, Effectiveness Measurement, Industry Knowledge, IT Industry: Trends & Directions, IT Standards, Procedures & Policies, Planning: Tactical, Strategic, Problem SolvingWork ExperienceRoles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 5+ years of industry-relevant experience. Specific certifications are often required. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.EducationBachelorsCertificationsNo Required Certification(s)LicensesNo Required License(s)Pay TransparencyBase Salary: $65,000.00 - $194,350.00Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.Application WindowGenerally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 03/10/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.BenefitsPNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.

To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visitpncthrive.com.

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If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at AccommodationRequest@pnc.com. Please include "accommodation request" in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.

This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.

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