Delaware Staffing
Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer zVSE
Delaware Staffing, Dover, Delaware, United States, 19904
Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer zVSE
The z/VSE Mainframe Systems Programmer will provide support for ongoing projects that require the installation, testing, and implementation of new z/VSE operating systems and other 'system' software. They are self-starters and provide mentoring for day-to-day activities while maintaining ongoing projects that may include installation, maintenance, testing, debugging, and procedural documentation for their areas of expertise. Research and evaluation of new software and hardware products, assisting team members and other areas with technical questions and problem resolution. Monitoring and tuning of systems software. They require in-depth knowledge of z/VSE components such as POWER with knowledge on setup/configuration. Detailed knowledge of support products such as FAQS, Condor, CA DYNAM, Velocity z/VPS, VTAM, TCP/IP, PRSM, EPIC DASD and TAPE management, VTS, security, monitoring systems, experience of running z/VSE in both LPAR and under z/VM, etc. Experience installing IDMS and CICS is also desired. Key Areas of Focus for this Role: Provide thought leadership within the Global Technical Systems Business Unit Provide technical support for hardware and software solutions Possess communication skills to participate in client/team/Business unit meetings as well as providing documentation for client operational meetings Enhance the performance of others through mentoring and guiding Keep abreast of changes in the standards, technologies or methodologies Update weekly SW dashboards/scorecards Provide risk assessment and risk management Review assignments for accuracy and quality where applicable Facilitate and coordinate of software releases/upgrades or large projects Collaborate with other departments, teams, and clients Adhere to completion of personnel, departmental, and company goals Upgrade/maintain multiple z/VSE operating systems across diverse environments Upgrade/maintain additional third-party products z/VSE tuning for capacity and throughput On-call 24 x 7 rotation for z/VSE support What the Ideal Candidate Brings to this Role: Required Qualifications help to assure new Associates are set up for success in their role with Ensono. To be considered for this career opportunity, it is important that you meet all Required Qualifications. Candidates that may meet some, but not all, Other Qualifications are still encouraged to apply. Required Qualifications: Minimum of 10 year experience Fluent in VSE JCL and ability to advise application teams on JCL issues Installation and administration knowledge of ISV and IBM z/VSE software Microsoft Office skills Knowledge of application environments including RPG, COBOL, Assembler, and REXX Experience with IBM Z hardware and general networking concepts Working knowledge of using z/VM including CP and CMS What will set you apart: Experience in one or multiple IT silos Track record of z/VSE Support
The z/VSE Mainframe Systems Programmer will provide support for ongoing projects that require the installation, testing, and implementation of new z/VSE operating systems and other 'system' software. They are self-starters and provide mentoring for day-to-day activities while maintaining ongoing projects that may include installation, maintenance, testing, debugging, and procedural documentation for their areas of expertise. Research and evaluation of new software and hardware products, assisting team members and other areas with technical questions and problem resolution. Monitoring and tuning of systems software. They require in-depth knowledge of z/VSE components such as POWER with knowledge on setup/configuration. Detailed knowledge of support products such as FAQS, Condor, CA DYNAM, Velocity z/VPS, VTAM, TCP/IP, PRSM, EPIC DASD and TAPE management, VTS, security, monitoring systems, experience of running z/VSE in both LPAR and under z/VM, etc. Experience installing IDMS and CICS is also desired. Key Areas of Focus for this Role: Provide thought leadership within the Global Technical Systems Business Unit Provide technical support for hardware and software solutions Possess communication skills to participate in client/team/Business unit meetings as well as providing documentation for client operational meetings Enhance the performance of others through mentoring and guiding Keep abreast of changes in the standards, technologies or methodologies Update weekly SW dashboards/scorecards Provide risk assessment and risk management Review assignments for accuracy and quality where applicable Facilitate and coordinate of software releases/upgrades or large projects Collaborate with other departments, teams, and clients Adhere to completion of personnel, departmental, and company goals Upgrade/maintain multiple z/VSE operating systems across diverse environments Upgrade/maintain additional third-party products z/VSE tuning for capacity and throughput On-call 24 x 7 rotation for z/VSE support What the Ideal Candidate Brings to this Role: Required Qualifications help to assure new Associates are set up for success in their role with Ensono. To be considered for this career opportunity, it is important that you meet all Required Qualifications. Candidates that may meet some, but not all, Other Qualifications are still encouraged to apply. Required Qualifications: Minimum of 10 year experience Fluent in VSE JCL and ability to advise application teams on JCL issues Installation and administration knowledge of ISV and IBM z/VSE software Microsoft Office skills Knowledge of application environments including RPG, COBOL, Assembler, and REXX Experience with IBM Z hardware and general networking concepts Working knowledge of using z/VM including CP and CMS What will set you apart: Experience in one or multiple IT silos Track record of z/VSE Support