Are mainframe engineers in demand?

Mainframe engineers are in steady demand due to the continued reliance of many large organizations on mainframe systems for critical operations. Skills in COBOL, JCL, and mainframe security are highly valued, and demand remains strong in finance, government, and healthcare sectors that require high reliability and security. However, the overall number of new mainframe roles is limited compared to emerging technologies, but experienced professionals in this field often have good job stability and compensation.