Remote Mainframe CICS & WAS Systems Programmer

Ensono; Annapolis (MD); Remote; USD 65,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited paid time off

Health plan options

401k with company match

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Ensono seeks a Mainframe Systems Programmer to support z/OS environments with CICS TS and WAS, including installation, maintenance, and tuning of system software, as well as disaster recovery coordination and 24x7 support across time zones.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years on the zSeries platform, hands-on CICS TS/WAS experience, strong SMP/E knowledge, and excellent communication. This remote US-based role offers a competitive salary and bonus opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years experience on the zSeries (mainframe) platform including hands-on experience related to CICS TS / WAS and OEM product support.
• Thorough working knowledge of CICS TS concepts, configuration and tailoring.
• Thorough working knowledge of IBM SMP/E.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and presentations).

Responsibilities

• Fulfill customer service orders (CSOs) for mainframe z/OS customers in a timely manner.
• Provide primary support for reported problems related to CICS TS / WAS and related OEM software products.
• Provide 24 x 7 x 365 support across multiple time zones.
• Follow procedures for installing OEM software products efficiently and according to Ensono standards.
• Coordinate and support OS upgrade processes and migrations with project teams.
• Assist in migration of newly acquired customers ensuring timely progress.
• Coordinate disaster recovery tasks with Disaster Recovery Services.
• Adhere to ITSM change control procedures and implement vendor corrections.
• Upgrade, maintain, and enhance z/OS products as needed.
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Skills

CICS TS

WAS

zSeries mainframe

SMP/E

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

z/OS monitoring tools

Job description

Ensono seeks a Mainframe Systems Programmer to support z/OS environments with CICS TS and WAS, including installation, maintenance, and tuning of system software, as well as disaster recovery coordination and 24x7 support across time zones.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years on the zSeries platform, hands-on CICS TS/WAS experience, strong SMP/E knowledge, and excellent communication. This remote US-based role offers a competitive salary and bonus opportunities.