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Gemini Consulting Services

Mainframe Roles

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

... Support capacity planning and resource optimization (CPU, memory, I/O). • Evaluate hardware ... weekend maintenance windows and IPL activities. Documentation: • Create and maintain technical ...

IPolarity LLC

Mainframe Administrator

Whippany, NJ · On-site

Mainframe DB2 Systems Programmer Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid) Plano, TX Charlotte, NC Richmond, VA ... Support capacity planning and performance analysis using DB2 and system tools High Availability ...

Anivas Tech LLC

Mainframe SRE

Upper Marlboro, MD · On-site

$48.50 - $62.50/hr

Perform capacity planning, performance tuning, and workload optimization across mainframe subsystems (CICS, IMS, DB2, MQ) * Support change management processes including patching, maintenance windows ...

Kanak Elite Services Inc

Mainframe MQ Engineer

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$47.75 - $61.50/hr

Mainframe MQ Engineer Alpharetta, GA, 30009 - 3 days onsite/2 days remote 12 months Contract Onsite ... Support performance and capacity planning including the development of performance and trending ...

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Mainframe z/OS System Programmer

Infinite Computer Solutions (ICS)

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

$54.50 - $69.50/hr

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Posted 9 days ago

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7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

We're seeking for an Mainframe z/OS System Programmer for our direct client. Please review the below job Description and revert with your interest for the same.

Job Details:

Role: Mainframe z/OS System Programmer

Location : Phoenix, AZ metro area; hybrid working model (3 days week)

Start date : ASAP

Contract to hire

The Role:

The Mainframe z/OS System Programmer is responsible for the installation, customization, maintenance, and optimization of IBM z/OS operating systems and associated system software. This role ensures the stability, performance, security, and availability of mission-critical mainframe environments, supporting large-scale enterprise applications.

Responsibilities:

System Administration & Maintenance:

  • Install, configure, and maintain IBM z/OS operating systems.
  • Perform system upgrades, migrations (e.g., z/OS version upgrades), and apply maintenance (PTFs, APARs, RSUs).
  • Manage IPL processes, system initialization, and configuration (PARMLIB, PROCLIB, SYS1 datasets).
  • Monitor system health and performance using tools such as RMF, SMF, SDSF.

Subsystem Support:

  • Install, configure, and support key subsystems:
    • JES2/JES3
    • TSO/E, ISPF
    • USS (Unix System Services)
    • RACF (in coordination with security teams)
  • Work closely with DB2, CICS, IMS, MQ, and Storage teams for integration and support.

Performance & Capacity Management:

  • Analyze system performance metrics and implement tuning improvements.
  • Support capacity planning and resource optimization (CPU, memory, I/O).
  • Evaluate hardware upgrades (e.g., CPU/MIPS growth, z-series enhancements).

Problem Management & Troubleshooting:

  • Diagnose and resolve system-related issues, including system abends and failures.
  • Perform root cause analysis for outages and major incidents.
  • Work with IBM and vendors on problem determination and fixes.

Automation & Scheduling:

  • Develop and maintain automation using tools such as:
    • System REXX, CLIST
    • SA z/OS, NetView
  • Support job scheduling tools (e.g., CA7, Control-M where applicable).

Security & Compliance:

  • Support system-level security configurations aligned with RACF policies.
  • Ensure compliance with audit, regulatory, and enterprise security standards.
  • Assist in vulnerability remediation and patching activities.

Change & Release Management:

  • Execute changes through ITIL-based processes (ServiceNow or equivalent).
  • Prepare implementation plans, backout procedures, and validation steps.
  • Support weekend maintenance windows and IPL activities.

Documentation:

  • Create and maintain technical documentation, including:
    • System configurations
    • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
      • Disaster Recovery plans

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