IBM z/OS System Programmer (Remote)

A1fed; McLean (VA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative and inclusive company culture

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking an experienced IBM System Programmer to install, maintain, and troubleshoot IBM z/OS systems. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of hands-on experience in mainframe environments, particularly with z/OS and its associated technologies. Responsibilities include installing the operating system, managing ZOSMF, and providing technical expertise in Assembler language. Join a collaborative company culture with opportunities for professional growth and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience with IBM z/OS systems.
• Proficiency in ZOSMF and SMP/E installation and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of Assembler language and dump analysis.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain IBM z/OS operating systems and subsystems.
• Manage and support ZOSMF and SMP/E environments.
• Perform dump analysis to diagnose and resolve system issues.
• Provide technical expertise in Assembler language for system‑level coding.

Skills

IBM z/OS systems

ZOSMF

Assembler language

Broadcom CA-Top Secret

CICS

SMF reporting

SAS

MXG

Networking knowledge

Tools

Broadcom CA 1

Broadcom CA 7

Endevor

Job description

Position Overview:

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 environments, particularly with z/OS and associated technologies. This role requires a proactive individual with strong problem‑solving skills and a commitment to maintaining high‑performance systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain IBM z/OS operating systems and subsystems.
• Manage and support ZOSMF and SMP/E environments.
• Perform dump analysis to diagnose and resolve system issues.
• Provide technical expertise in Assembler language for system‑level coding and debugging.
• Maintain and support Broadcom Top Secret security system to ensure data protection and compliance.
• Oversee CICS installation, debugging, and performance optimization.
• Generate and analyze SMF reports for performance monitoring and system tuning.
• Utilize SAS and MXG for advanced data analysis and reporting.
• Manage and support Broadcom program products such as CA 1, CA 7, and Endevor.
• Ensure robust network connectivity and troubleshoot networking issues in mainframe environments.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience with IBM z/OS systems.
• Proficiency in ZOSMF and SMP/E installation and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of Assembler language and dump analysis.
• Expertise in Broadcom CA‑Top Secret highly preferred.
• Experience with CICS installation, debugging, and performance tuning.
• Demonstrated experience with SMF reporting, SAS, and MXG.
• Familiarity with Broadcom products like CA 1, CA 7, and Endevor.
• Strong networking knowledge in mainframe environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and documentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• Collaborative and inclusive company culture.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to Careers [e-mail] We look forward to hearing from you!