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Mainframe z/OS System Programmer

$56.25 - $71.75/hr

Mainframe z/OS System Programmer Client: IBM POP: 12+ months Location: Remote US Citizen REQUIRED SKILLS * 10+ years of experience installing, customizing, and maintaining z/OS operating system * 5+ ...

Mainframe z/OS Systems Programmer

Plano, TX · On-site

$52.50 - $67/hr

Are you a seasoned Mainframe z/OS Systems Programmer with expertise in z/OS and ISV environments ... Collaborate with top-tier teams to deliver seamless system solutions, enhance operational ...

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Required : • 12+ years of professional work experience as a Mainframe System Programmer in zOS ... z/OS V2.5 upgrades or later with z/OSMF workflow execution. • IODF, HCD Skillset to add new ...

SENIOR SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER Z/OS SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER ~~ Z/OS ~ ~ MAIFRAME ~~ INTERNALS ~~ PRODUCT INSTALLATION & SUPPORT HYBRID WORK ENVIRONMENT (3X WEEK ON SITE REQUIRED) GREAT BENEFITS & ANNUAL BONUS ...

Job Title: z/OS Systems Programmer Location: Remote Duration: 18+-month contract NOTES FROM MANAGER ... Troubleshoot system and product issues using abend analysis, dump review, and structured ...

Mainframe Automation System Programmer

Plano, TX · On-site

$53 - $67.50/hr

... z/OS subsystems (DB2, IMS, CICS, MQ) and operational workflows. • Strong understanding of WTOR handling, command automation, and event-driven triggers. • Experience with version control (Git) and ...

The IBM System Programmer will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting IBM z/OS systems and related software. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in mainframe ...

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Mainframe Automation System Programmer

Plano, TX • On-site

$52.75 - $67/hr

Full-time

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Job description

Title: Mainframe Automation System Programmer
Location: Plano, TX
JOB DESCRIPTION:.
Required Qualifications
5+ years in Mainframe System Programming with strong focus on automation.
Proficiency in Rexx, CLIST, JCL, and experience with IBM Workload Scheduler automation.
Familiarity with z/OS subsystems (DB2, IMS, CICS, MQ) and operational workflows.
Strong understanding of WTOR handling, command automation, and event-driven triggers.
Experience with version control (Git) and DevOps practices for mainframe.
Preferred Qualifications
Exposure to Ansible for z/OS or similar automation frameworks.
Knowledge of REST APIs for mainframe integration with enterprise automation tools.
Experience in observability platforms (OMEGAMON, IBM Z Monitoring Suite).
Certifications: IBM z/OS, Automation tools, ITIL.
Tools & Environment
Languages: Rexx, CLIST, JCL, optional Python for z/OS.
Automation Frameworks: Ansible for z/OS, IBM Workload Scheduler.
Monitoring: OMEGAMON, RMF/SMF.
Version Control: Git, ChangeMan.
Roles & Responsibilities
Automation Development & Maintenance
Design and implement automation scripts (Rexx, CLIST, JCL, Ansible for z/OS) for routine operational tasks, health checks, and system recovery.
Develop WTOR confirmation automation for operator commands with validation logic.
Automate batch scheduling workflows in IBM Workload Scheduler (IWS/TWS) and integrate with enterprise orchestration tools.
Create self-healing mechanisms for common issues (e.g., MQ transmit queue backlogs, DB2 log utilization alerts, IMS region restarts).
Monitoring & Alerting
Build real-time monitoring dashboards for system health (CPU, DASD, queue depths, buffer pools).
Implement event-driven automation for proactive remediation (e.g., auto-restart channels, clear JES backlog).
Integrate automation with SIEM/SOC tools for security compliance.
Governance & Compliance
Ensure all automation adheres to audit requirements: capture execution logs, approvals, and artifacts.
Maintain version-controlled repositories for scripts and automation frameworks.
Validate automation against SOX/ISO controls and enforce segregation of duties.
Performance & Optimization
Automate capacity checks and performance tuning tasks for DB2, IMS, and CICS regions.
Reduce batch window through job stream optimization and dynamic workload balancing.