Cedar Park Group
Title:
Mainframe System Programmer Schedule/Shift:
Part-time, Onsite, New York, NY Cedar Park Group is hiring a
Mainframe System Programmer
to support critical upgrades and ongoing maintenance of core mainframe components, with a focus on DB2 and CICS. This role requires deep technical expertise in IBM systems to ensure reliability, stability, and performance of large-scale citywide applications. Position Overview:
The Mainframe System Programmer will provide technical leadership for installations, upgrades, and maintenance of mainframe environments. The role includes performance monitoring, lifecycle management of assets, ensuring compliance with licensing, and acting as a trusted advisor for mainframe-related initiatives. The consultant will also transfer knowledge to internal staff to strengthen in-house expertise. Responsibilities: Oversee installation, maintenance, and upgrades of mainframe subsystems. Monitor system performance, capacity, and utilization, proactively addressing issues. Lead planning and execution of mainframe upgrade projects. Maintain inventory of software licenses, versions, and configurations. Track end-of-life, end-of-support, and renewal timelines. Ensure compliance with vendor licensing and audits. Maintain accurate and version-controlled system documentation. Provide training and mentorship to strengthen internal team knowledge. Act as a technical advisor for mainframe initiatives.
Qualifications (Required):
Minimum
10 years of experience
with z/OS, JES2, SMP/E, TSO, IOCP/HCD, IBM utilities (IDCAMS, IEFBR14, etc.), program product installations, IBM virtual tape system, and Unix System Services. Hands-on experience with
DB2, CICS, IMS . Experience with monitoring tools such as
OMEGAMON . Experience working with enterprise-wide, large-scale implementations. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Experience with
mainframe CPU installs
as a Systems Programmer Consultant. Bachelors degree or 10+ years of relevant technical experience.
Benefits:
Paid Time Off (PTO) Vacation Pay Bonus Pay Health Insurance 401(k)
Why Join Us:
Join Cedar Park Group and experience a company that genuinely values your growth and success. Beyond our standard benefits like bonuses, PTO, health insurance, and training and career advancement, you will have an entire team dedicated to your success. Your personal recruiter will help you with your credentialing and document process. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and experience the difference a dedicated team can make, we invite you to join Cedar Park and become part of our family. Your career growth and success are our top priority! #J-18808-Ljbffr
Mainframe System Programmer Schedule/Shift:
Part-time, Onsite, New York, NY Cedar Park Group is hiring a
Mainframe System Programmer
to support critical upgrades and ongoing maintenance of core mainframe components, with a focus on DB2 and CICS. This role requires deep technical expertise in IBM systems to ensure reliability, stability, and performance of large-scale citywide applications. Position Overview:
The Mainframe System Programmer will provide technical leadership for installations, upgrades, and maintenance of mainframe environments. The role includes performance monitoring, lifecycle management of assets, ensuring compliance with licensing, and acting as a trusted advisor for mainframe-related initiatives. The consultant will also transfer knowledge to internal staff to strengthen in-house expertise. Responsibilities: Oversee installation, maintenance, and upgrades of mainframe subsystems. Monitor system performance, capacity, and utilization, proactively addressing issues. Lead planning and execution of mainframe upgrade projects. Maintain inventory of software licenses, versions, and configurations. Track end-of-life, end-of-support, and renewal timelines. Ensure compliance with vendor licensing and audits. Maintain accurate and version-controlled system documentation. Provide training and mentorship to strengthen internal team knowledge. Act as a technical advisor for mainframe initiatives.
Qualifications (Required):
Minimum
10 years of experience
with z/OS, JES2, SMP/E, TSO, IOCP/HCD, IBM utilities (IDCAMS, IEFBR14, etc.), program product installations, IBM virtual tape system, and Unix System Services. Hands-on experience with
DB2, CICS, IMS . Experience with monitoring tools such as
OMEGAMON . Experience working with enterprise-wide, large-scale implementations. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Experience with
mainframe CPU installs
as a Systems Programmer Consultant. Bachelors degree or 10+ years of relevant technical experience.
Benefits:
Paid Time Off (PTO) Vacation Pay Bonus Pay Health Insurance 401(k)
Why Join Us:
Join Cedar Park Group and experience a company that genuinely values your growth and success. Beyond our standard benefits like bonuses, PTO, health insurance, and training and career advancement, you will have an entire team dedicated to your success. Your personal recruiter will help you with your credentialing and document process. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and experience the difference a dedicated team can make, we invite you to join Cedar Park and become part of our family. Your career growth and success are our top priority! #J-18808-Ljbffr