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Atos

SD · On-site

The Technical Architect provides deep technical leadership across IBM Mainframe and Storage ... Proven experience in a Technical Architect or Senior Engineering leadership role * Deep ...

Atos

MAINFRAME TECHNICAL ARCHITECT

Irving, TX · On-site

... IBM z-Series systems, including z/OS, storage, networking, and system software • Proven experience in a Technical Architect or Senior Engineering leadership role • Deep understanding of mainframe ...

VIVA USA INC

Mainframe z/OS System Programmer

Houston, TX · On-site +1

$37.50 - $42.50/hr

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 consists ...

Serigor

Senior Mainframe Developer

Columbia, MD · Hybrid

Columbia, MD Job Type: Full-Time Position Overview We are seeking a Senior Mainframe Developer to support enterprise modernization and transformation initiatives involving complex IBM Mainframe ...

Northern Trust

Mainframe Senior Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$50.50 - $65/hr

They are seeking a Mainframe Senior Developer responsible for installing, maintaining, and ... Required : • 15+ years of experience required in the following areas: • IBM mainframe ...

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What is the difference between Senior Ibm Mainframe vs Mainframe Developer?

AspectSenior Ibm MainframeMainframe Developer
CertificationsIBM Mainframe certifications, z/OS certificationsLikely similar, with focus on programming languages and tools
Work EnvironmentLarge enterprise mainframe systems, IBM environmentsDevelopment teams, coding, testing on mainframe platforms
Roles & ResponsibilitiesOversees mainframe operations, architecture, and maintenanceDevelops, codes, and tests mainframe applications
Industry UsageBanking, finance, government, insuranceSame industries, focused on application development

While both roles work within mainframe environments and may share certifications, a Senior Ibm Mainframe typically oversees system operations and architecture, whereas a Mainframe Developer focuses on coding and application development. The Senior Ibm Mainframe has a broader scope involving system management, while the Mainframe Developer concentrates on programming tasks within the mainframe ecosystem.

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Senior IBM z/OS Communications Programmer

Senior IBM z/OS Communications Programmer

Diné Development Corporation

Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

DDC IT Services is seeking a Senior IBM z/OS Communications Programmer to join their growing team.
Responsibilities
  • Provide planning, which includes development of implementation and installation plans for IBM Mainframe projects. The implementation plan should include detailed steps and requirements to successfully implement OS's, software or hardware upgrades, or installations to IBM System z/OS mainframe platform.
  • Develop timelines and milestones related to the required steps for implementation or upgrade of IBM mainframe platform to meet government established project deadlines.
  • Use required software tools, including IBM SMP/e, IBM system utilities (including IEBGENER, IEBCOPY, IDCAMS), to create, populate, update and configure required datasets and parameter libraries and members to successfully implement software installations and upgrades on the IBM mainframe platform.
  • Create and deliver detailed installation/upgrade documentation, using government specified software and processes and formats. This documentation will include detailed dataset names, configuration parameters, and installation/upgrade procedures used to install/upgrade the IBM mainframe OS, software or hardware.
  • Use IBM SMP/e to successfully receive and apply z/OS communications or networking software and other related software on an IBM Mainframe. This includes interpreting SMP/e output messages to resolve software installation issues and requirements, use SMP/e panels to manage software installation packages, define SMP/e required parameters to successfully install and maintain OS and associated software products.
  • Create, define and manage parameters required for communications products on the IBM Mainframe platform. This includes VTAM, VPS (Virtual Print Services), NDM, TCP/IP, FTP, SFTP, and other government approved communications, printer, or networking software or hardware.
  • Diagnose and resolve IBM z/OS system communications software or hardware abends and abnormal operating environment problems using system logs, and other available logs and documents. This includes creating and interpreting system traces and dumps, job output, and monitoring tools.
  • Create, populate, secure and troubleshoot IBM z/OS USS file systems and mount points. Manage the USS environment on an IBM z/OS mainframe platform.
  • Create/update and debug z/OS parameters using government processes and procedures and requirements (aka PARMLIB).
  • Plan and create accurate, detailed documentation for IBM z/OS mainframe platform communications and networking software/hardware installation/upgrades.
  • Use IBM z/OS mainframe communications products, including VTAM, TCP/IP, and FTP.
  • Create, update, and debug JES2 parameters and statements that relate to IBM mainframe networking or communications (NJE, RJE, NODES statements).
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
  • Must possess an Active Secret Clearance
  • Must currently possess one of the IAT Level 1 certifications:
    • A+ CE
    • CCNA-Security
    • Network+ CE
    • SSCP

About Us
Diné Development Corporation (DDC) is a Navajo Nation owned family of companies that provides government agencies and commercial organizations with high-quality IT, professional, environmental, and research and development services. DDC is dedicated to empowering the Navajo Nation and communities we serve.
Benefits
Eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, retirement savings with company match, paid time off, voluntary supplemental benefits, and access to an employee assistance program. The package also includes educational assistance, with tuition reimbursement.
EEO Statement
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation, or any other basis prohibited by law. We participate in E-Verify.

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