Mainframe Architect (z/VM)

Cloud & Things Inc; City of Albany (NY); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public sector projects

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Ownership and initiative

Job summary

Cloud and Things seeks a Mainframe Architect (z/VM) to lead architecture and migration activities for a new IBM z/VM environment in Albany, NY. The role supports infrastructure modernization and hybrid cloud integration, providing technical direction for performance, scalability, and future-state architecture.

This onsite position requires 7+ years of mainframe architecture experience and familiarity with IBM z/VM, AIX, COBOL, MQ Series, and Unix servers.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of mainframe architecture experience.
• Experience with IBM z/VM architecture and migration.
• Knowledge of AIX, COBOL, MQ Series, and Unix servers.
• Onsite work in Albany, NY.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture and migration activities for the new IBM z/VM environment.
• Support infrastructure modernization and hybrid cloud integration (HCI) initiatives.
• Provide technical direction on platform performance, scalability, and future-state architecture.
• Coordinate technical planning and implementation across z/VM and related infrastructure technologies.

Skills

IBM z/VM

AIX

COBOL

MQ Series

Unix servers

Mainframe architecture

Migration

Tools

IBM z/VM tools

Job description

Mainframe Architect (z/VM)

Location: Albany, NY (Onsite)

Duration: 1 year (with potential for extension)

W2 Hourly Rate: $70–$86/hour

Application Deadline: 10/14/2026

Our goal is to solve problems and deliver results for our clients. At Cloud and Things, you can be a part of transforming the public sector’s IT environment. Our team is on the forefront of helping to solve the government's most complex IT challenges. If you are seeking a role that offers the opportunity to work on rewarding projects, consider a career with Cloud and Things.

*This is an exempt position. Salary commensurate with experience*

Overview:

We are seeking a Mainframe Architect (z/VM) to lead architecture and migration activities for a new IBM z/VM environment. The role supports infrastructure modernization and hybrid cloud integration initiatives, providing technical direction for performance, scalability, and future-state architecture.

Duties:

• Lead architecture and migration activities for the new IBM z/VM environment.
• Support infrastructure modernization and hybrid cloud integration (HCI) initiatives.
• 7+ years of relevant mainframe architecture and infrastructure experience.
• Experience with IBM z/VM architecture and migration.
• Knowledge of AIX, COBOL, MQ Series, and Unix servers.
• Ability to work onsite in Albany, NY.
• Provide technical direction on platform performance, scalability, and future-state architecture.
• Coordinate technical planning and implementation across z/VM and related infrastructure technologies.

What We Offer:

• Opportunities to lead impactful transformations in the public sector infrastructure.
• Engagement with high-profile government initiatives, supporting meaningful change.
• Professional development through exposure to innovative Agile practices and leadership collaboration.
• A collaborative environment that values ownership, initiative, and continuous learning.

Ready to make a difference?

We’re eager to connect with qualified candidates committed to delivering results and fostering excellence within client projects.

Cloud and Things complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.