Mainframe System Programmer

Apex Systems; Raleigh (NC); Remote; Full time

Job summary

Apex Systems is hiring a Mainframe Systems Programmer to support their CICS environment. This 100% remote long-term contract position requires maintaining complex systems and providing timely resolutions to issues. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience and solid knowledge of mainframe environments, especially in CICS support and operations.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

401K with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Training and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in a related job.
• Demonstrated ability to install and support multiple CICS regions.
• Experience supporting CICS Transaction Gateway.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall support for all CICS environments including installation and troubleshooting.
• Lead the installation of new CICS versions and apply updates.
• Respond to service tickets and perform problem resolution.

Skills

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

zOSMF

SMP/E

Job description

Apex Systems is hiring a Mainframe Systems Programmer for their CICS environment. Ideal location would be North Carolina, but would consider candidates that live in Georgia, Tennessee, Virginia or South Carolina.

Pay Range: $65-75/hr.

100% Remote - must sit in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Georgia

Long-term Contract

Our Mainframe Engineering team is looking for an experienced, senior level Systems Programmer to support the CICS environment.This role will entail the installation, support, maintenance, trouble shooting and resolution to complex issues.This engineer will be responsible for maintaining the environment and responding to issues in a timely manner by receiving and investigating incident or service tickets at times providing after-hours on-call support.This role will engage with other support staff, outside vendors and will act as a resource for teammates with less experience.

Responsibilities:

• Provide overall support for all CICS environments including, but not limited to, installation, modification, analysis, debugging, initiating support tickets, updating configurations, testing, and trouble shooting.
• Lead the installation of new CICS versions through a project life cycle.
• Apply updates from IBM as required.
• Support CICS Transaction Gateway.
• Design, develop and implement solutions in the CICS environment.
• Support front end developers.
• Support, install and maintain Third Party Products related to CICS.
• Perform problem tracking, diagnosis and root-cause analysis, troubleshooting, and resolution for complex issues.In this capacity, performs programming and debugging activities.
• Responds to issues in a timely manner by receiving and investigating incidents or service tickets.
• Occasional contact with end-users.
• Mentor teammates with less experience.
• Lead moderately complex projects and participate in larger, more complex projects.
• Collaborate with teammates and support personnel from other departments for projects, support, incident resolution and upgrades.
• Maintain all relevant documentation.

Requirements:

• Demonstrated ability to install, configure, customize and support multiple CICS regions and environments.
• Experience supporting CICS table updates working with application developers.
• Experience supporting CICS Transaction Gateway.
• Ability to install and customize IBM and third-party software using SMP/E, zOSMF, or vendor specific installation methods.
• Solid knowledge of mainframe JCL and utilities.
• Experience using TSO, ISPF, SDSF, and SMF.
• Working knowledge of JES2, REXX, CLIST.
• Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to provide afterhours support in an on-call rotation.

Desired Education, Experience, Knowledge, Abilities, Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field or relevant experience.
• 8+ years of experience in a related job.
• Experience supporting any of DB2, RACF, z/OS, z/VM, Linux, and mainframe networking a strong plus.
• Experience with zMonitoring or Omegamon also a strong plus.
• Experience with other monitoring tools a plus as well.
• Experience using GDPS, NetView, and System Automation is very desirable.
• Experience in mainframe storage management considered beneficial.

** Candidates can be considered if they live in one of the following states: NC, VA, TN, SC or GA.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [e-mail] or 844-463-6178.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview:Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.