IT Operating Systems Analyst - zOS

Artech Information System LLC; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT staffing firm based in the US is seeking a z Systems Programmer to manage and maintain critical mainframe operating system software including zOS, CICS, and DB2. Candidates should have a degree focused on mainframe computing, demonstrate strong analytical skills, and possess a proactive attitude towards learning. This role requires relocation to the Minneapolis area and involves influencing technical decisions and multi-project management. A passion for System Z is essential and candidates must be eligible to work in the US.

Qualifications

• Must hold a degree from a college participating in the IBM Academic Initiative.
• Participation in IBM Master the Mainframe contest is required.
• Experience with the IBM System z and z/OS Fundamentals test is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop skills to manage and maintain critical mainframe operating system software.
• Influence decisions on technical issues.
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously.

Skills

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Self-management

Multi-project management

Passion for System Z

Education

2 year associate degree or 4 year BS or BA degree

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

Note: The office that they are currently working out of is at 12501 Whitewater Drive, Minnetonka, MN 55343. They will be moving nearby in Mid-November to 12125 Technology Drive, Eden Prairie, MN 55344.

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.

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
• 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