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Mainframe z/OS Administrator Location: Plano TX, Remote Fulltime * Install, customize, test ... Create, populate, secure and troubleshoot IBM z/OS USS (UNIX Systems Services) file systems and ...

The Z/OS Mainframe Advanced Systems Programmer will be responsible for the analysis, development ... Modifies, installs and prepares technical documentation for system software applications. Diagnoses ...

MDAEdge is a company seeking a Mainframe DB2 Administrator with extensive expertise in z/OS System Administration and Mainframe technologies. The role involves leading a team, managing system ...

Mainframe z/OS Systems Programmer

Plano, TX · On-site

$52.50 - $67/hr

Collaborate with top-tier teams to deliver seamless system solutions, enhance operational efficiency, and shape the future of mainframe technology. If you're passionate about mastering z/OS ...

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MDAEdge is a company seeking a Mainframe DB2 Administrator with extensive experience in z/OS System Administration and related technologies. The role involves managing a team of Mainframe ...

Mainframe z/OS System Programmer

Columbia, MD · Remote

$56.25 - $71.75/hr

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 ...

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Mainframe z/OS Administrator

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Full-time

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Job description

Mainframe z/OS Administrator
Location: Plano TX, Remote
Fulltime
  • Install, customize, test, implement, document, and support independent software vendor (ISV) products as required (this includes user modifications that require customization for release levels or related to site requirements) and work with the vendors on problems and resolution
  • Use IBM SMP/e to successfully receive and apply z/OS 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.
  • Experience working with z/OS, JES2, SMP/E, TSO, IOCP/HCD, Parallel Sysplex
  • The candidate will be required to provide production off hour coverage (if necessary) and support periodic weekend implementations
  • Create, populate, secure and troubleshoot IBM z/OS USS (UNIX Systems Services) file systems and mount points. Manage the USS environment on an IBM z/OS mainframe platform.
  • Create/update and debug z/OS parameters using PARMLIB
  • Plan, create and update accurate, detailed documentation for IBM z/OS mainframe platform software/hardware installation/upgrades
  • Use IBM z/OS mainframe communications products, including Virtual Telecommunications Access Method (VTAM), Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and File Transfer Protocol (FTP).