IBM Systems Programmer

NOVA Corporation; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled IBM z/OS Systems Programmers to enhance their mainframe capabilities. This role involves planning and executing software installations, managing system catalogs, and resolving complex system issues. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise in IBM utilities and SMP/e to ensure successful project delivery while adhering to strict timelines. Join a mission-driven organization that values innovation and community empowerment, and contribute to impactful solutions for government agencies. If you are passionate about technology and eager to make a difference, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience with IBM z/OS and mainframe software installations.
• Knowledge of SMP/e for software management and installation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement installation plans for IBM Mainframe projects.
• Create and manage system catalogs and troubleshoot z/OS system issues.

Skills

IBM z/OS

SMP/e

IBM system utilities

z/OS USS

VTAM

TCP/IP

FTP

Job Entry Subsystem (JES2)

Data Facility Hierarchical Storage Manager (DFHSM)

Network +CE

Education

IAT Level 1 Certification

Tools

IBM Mainframe

IBM system utilities (IEBGENER, IEBCOPY, IDCAMS)

SMP/e panels

Backup and recovery utilities (ADRDSSU)

Job description

Job Summary:

DDC-IT Services is seeking IBM z/OS Systems Programmers to join their team.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide planning, which includes development of implementation and installation plans for IBM Mainframe projects. The implementation plan shall include detailed steps and requirements to successfully implement OS’s, software or hardware upgrades, or installations to IBM System z/OS mainframe platform. Provide timelines and milestones required for implementation or upgrade of the IBM mainframe platform to meet government established project deadlines.
• Use required software tools, including IBM System Modification Program/extended (SMP/e), IBM system utilities (including IEBGENER, IEBCOPY, IDCAMS), to create, populate, update and configure required datasets and parameter libraries and members to successfully implement software installations and upgrades on the IBM mainframe platform.
• Create and deliver detailed installation/upgrade documentation, using government specified software and processes and formats. This documentation will include detailed dataset names, configuration parameters, and installation/upgrade procedures used to install/upgrade the IBM mainframe OS, software or hardware.
• 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.
• Create, define and manage system and user catalogs on the IBM Mainframe platform. This includes using the appropriate catalog management utilities to create, update, merge and debug system and user catalogs.
• Diagnose and resolve IBM z/OS system abends and abnormal operating environment problems using system logs and other available logs and documents. This includes creating and interpreting system traces and dumps, job output, and monitoring tools.
• 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 government processes and procedures and requirements (aka PARMLIB).
• Plan, create and update accurate, detailed documentation for IBM z/OS mainframe platform software/hardware installation/upgrades.
• Use IBM z/OS mainframe job processing to analyze and debug batch processing issues. This includes an understanding of dispatching priorities and IBM z/OS mainframe security products and standard IBM mainframe software integration.
• 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).
• Create, update, and debug Job Entry Subsystem (JES2) parameters and statements.
• Use knowledge of storage management tools and techniques including Data Facility Hierarchical Storage Manager (DFHSM), IBM utility used for backup and recovery (ADRDSSU), Systems Managed Storage (SMS) and virtual tape systems to perform installation, upgrade and debugging of IBM z/OS platform issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements (Education/Skills/Experience):

IAT Level 1: Must possess one of the following required certifications:

• A+ CE
• CCNA Security
• Network +CE
• SSCP

Clearance Required: Secret

About Us

Diné Development Corporation (DDC) is a Navajo Nation owned family of companies that delivers IT, professional, and environmental solutions to advance the missions of federal, state, and tribal government agencies. As thought leaders and innovators, our team of specialists build client-centric solutions that solve critical challenges faced by defense, civilian, and healthcare organizations. Employing a mission-focused approach, we deliver value that not only enhances current operations, but also drives future change. Closely aligned with this approach is our commitment to advancing the Navajo Nation and its People. Through economic development and community empowerment, we elevate the Navajo Nation to provide lasting impact and sustainable growth for future generations.