IT Operating Systems Analyst

Artech Information System LLC; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT staffing company in Minnetonka, MN is seeking a candidate to work alongside z Systems Programmers. This role involves managing and maintaining mainframe operating systems software. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical background, exceptional communication skills, and an interest in System Z. Relevant education and internship experience with z Systems products are required. This position is contract-to-hire and offers opportunities for skill development. Candidates must be eligible to work in the US.

Qualifications

• Must have strong analytical skills and be able to influence technical decisions.
• Experience with health care industry is preferred.
• Internship with z Systems mainframe enterprises required.

Responsibilities

• Work with z Systems Programmers to manage and maintain mainframe software.
• Develop new knowledge and skills.
• Support multiple projects while consistently meeting commitments.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong writing and verbal skills

Ability to work on multiple projects

Interest in System Z

Education

2 year associate degree or 4 year BS/BA

Job description

Artech is the 10th Largest IT Staffing Company in the US, according to Staffing Industry Analysts' 2012 annual report. Artech provides technical expertise to fill gaps in clients' immediate skill-sets availability, deliver emerging technology skill-sets, refresh existing skill base, allow for flexibility in project planning and execution phases, and provide budgeting/financial flexibility by offering contingent labor as a variable cost.

Job Description

Location: Minneapolis MN

Duration: 2-8 months (Contract to hire)

Description:

This person will work with other z Systems Programmers to develop the skills required to manage and maintain the critical mainframe operating system software, zOS, CICS, DB2, IMS and related products.

• Strong analytical skills and capable of influencing decision on technical issues
• Presents a logical and persuasive case when offering ideas & opinions
• Proactively works to develop new knowledge and skills
• A self-starter who can self-manage
• Strong writing and verbal skills
• Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
• Consistently meets commitments to customers
• Internship with major z Systems mainframe enterprises
• Experience in the health care industry
• Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the United States
• Not just a candidate who has done basic Unix/Windows support
• Demonstrated interest and passion is System Z
• Know what a mainframe is and understand it’s value

Qualifications

• 2 year associate degree (minimum) or 4 year BS or BA degree from a college or university participating in the IBM Academic Initiative with focus on z Systems mainframe computing curriculum
• Participated in the IBM Master the Mainframe contest
• Completed the IBM System z and z/OS Fundamentals Mastery test
• Willingness to relocate and work in the Minneapolis, Mn. area