Mainframe Systems Engineer

Regions Financial Corporation; Hoover (AL); On-site; USD 102,691 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation/Sick Time

401K with Company Match

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Job summary

Regions Financial Corporation is seeking a Mainframe Systems Engineer in Hoover, Alabama, to install and maintain operating systems while ensuring performance and security of our mainframe environment.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience with mainframe products, particularly ZOS and DB2, and will be responsible for troubleshooting technical issues and developing disaster recovery strategies.

This exempt position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience with mainframe infrastructure analysis and programming.
• Experience in installation and support of mainframe system products.
• Ability to interpret and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.

Responsibilities

• Installs and maintains mainframe operating systems to ensure stability.
• Evaluates system parameters for hardware/software compatibility.
• Troubleshoots complex technical issues related to mainframe systems.

Skills

Problem solving and troubleshooting skills

Collaboration abilities

Ability to work under pressure

Communication skills

Understanding of mainframe hardware

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

High School Diploma or GED with significant experience

Tools

ZOS

CICS

DB2

MQ

Storage solutions

Automation

ZLINUX

Networking

Job description

Job Description

At Regions, the Mainframe Systems Engineer installs and maintains mainframe operating systems ensuring the stability, performance, and security of our mainframe environment while driving innovation and continuous improvement.

Primary Responsibilities

• Evaluates system specifications, input/output processes, and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility
• Troubleshoots and resolves complex technical issues related to mainframe systems and applications
• Administers, configures, and maintains mainframe systems, including hardware, operating systems, and software components
• Maintains operational effectiveness and efficiency by monitoring, evaluating, and adjusting mainframe operating systems
• Maintains quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards
• Maintains installation records by documenting system configurations, procedures, and best practices
• Resolves problems by determining cause, providing technical assistance to applications and other support staff
• Develops and implements backup and disaster recovery strategies to ensure business continuity
• Covers on call 24x7 on a rotating basis for problem resolution and SEV1 incidents
• Ensures compliance with risk management programs, rules and regulations, and cybersecurity practices; identifies opportunities for and supports process improvements; applies disciplined change management practices

This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field and six (6) years of mainframe infrastructure technical software and hardware analysis, programming, and installation experience
• Or High School Diploma or GED with ten (10) years of experience of mainframe infrastructure technical software and hardware analysis, programming, and installation
• Experience in installation and support of Mainframe system products including ZOS, CICS, MQ, DB2, Storage, Automation, ZLINUX or Networking
• Experience in problem determination, installation and support of mainframe products, disaster recovery experience and knowledge, and performance and tuning experience
• Experience in opening, managing, solving, and closing problems with vendor support centers

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to interpret and ensure compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and industry guidance
• Ability to work in a team environment when applicable
• Ability to work under limited guidance
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities
• Strong understanding of mainframe hardware

Location Details

Riverchase Operations Center, Hoover, Alabama

Compensation Details

Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point-of-market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job.

Job Range Target:

• Minimum: $102,691.05 USD
• Median: $133,000.00 USD

Incentive Pay Plans: This job is not incentive eligible.

Benefits Information

• Paid Vacation/Sick Time
• 401K with Company Match
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Disability Benefits
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Associate Volunteer Program

Benefits and plans may be changed, amended, or terminated with respect to all or any class of associate at any time. To learn more about Regions’ benefits, please visit https://www.regions.com/about-regions/welcome-portal/benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans.

Regions will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position at this time. Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.