Mainframe ZOS System Programmer/Developer/DBA

Pyramid Consulting, Inc; Jersey City (NJ); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Pyramid Consulting, Inc. is seeking a talented Mainframe ZOS System Programmer/Developer/DBA for a full-time hybrid role in Jersey City, NJ. The candidate will install, configure, and maintain IBM z/OS, manage upgrades, RMF/SMF/SDSF monitoring, and collaborate with DB2/CICS/IMS teams.

The role requires strong knowledge of RACF, JES2/JES3, TSO/E, ISPF, USS, and automation using REXX/CLIST, with weekend IPL windows expected as needed. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Must have IBM z/OS & mainframe experience
• Strong knowledge of z/OS subsystems and security
• Experience with system upgrades, performance tuning, and capacity planning

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain IBM z/OS operating systems
• Perform upgrades, migrations, and apply maintenance
• Monitor system health using RMF/SMF/SDSF and resolve outages
• Support RACF-based security and integration with DB2/CICS/IMS/MQ
• Develop automation with REXX and CLIST; support job scheduling (CA7/Control-M)
• Prepare implementation plans, backout procedures, and validation steps
• Create and maintain SOPs and disaster recovery documentation

Skills

Mainframe Programmer

Mainframe Developer

Tools

RMF

SMF

SDSF

JES2/JES3

TSO/E

ISPF

USS

RACF

CA7

Control-M

REXX

CLIST

Job description

Immediate need for a talented Mainframe ZOS System Programmer/Developer/DBA. This is a Fulltime opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Chandler, AZ or Plano, TX or Charlotte, NC or Jersey City, NJ(Hybrid).

Job ID: 26-26861

Pay Range: $50/hr - $55/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

Key Responsibilities:

• System Administration & Maintenance:
• Install, configure, and maintain IBM z/OS operating systems.
• Perform system upgrades, migrations (e.g., z/OS version upgrades), and apply maintenance (PTFs, APARs, RSUs).
• Manage IPL processes, system initialization, and configuration (PARMLIB, PROCLIB, SYS1 datasets).
• Monitor system health and performance using tools such as RMF, SMF, SDSF.
• Subsystem Support:
• Install, configure, and support key subsystems:
• JES2/JES3
• TSO/E, ISPF
• USS (Unix System Services)
• RACF (in coordination with security teams)
• Work closely with DB2, CICS, IMS, MQ, and Storage teams for integration and support.
• Performance & Capacity Management:
• Analyze system performance metrics and implement tuning improvements.
• Support capacity planning and resource optimization (CPU, memory, I/O).
• Evaluate hardware upgrades (e.g., CPU/MIPS growth, z-series enhancements).
• Diagnose and resolve system-related issues, including system abends and failures.
• Perform root cause analysis for outages and major incidents.
• Work with IBM and vendors on problem determination and fixes.
• Automation & Scheduling:
• Develop and maintain automation using tools such as:
• System REXX, CLIST
• Support job scheduling tools (e.g., CA7, Control-M where applicable).
• Security & Compliance:
• Support system-level security configurations aligned with RACF policies.
• Ensure compliance with audit, regulatory, and enterprise security standards.
• Assist in vulnerability remediation and patching activities.
• Change & Release Management:
• Execute changes through ITIL-based processes (ServiceNow or equivalent).
• Prepare implementation plans, backout procedures, and validation steps.
• Support weekend maintenance windows and IPL activities.
• Documentation:
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including:
• System configurations
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Disaster Recovery plans

Key Requirements and Technology Experience:

• Must have skills: - Mainframe Programmer, Mainframe Developer

Our client is a leading IT Industry, and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar Full-Time positions.

Pyramid Consulting, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.