Senior IMS Mainframe Systems Programmer – 24x7 Expert

Ensono; Richmond (VA); Remote; USD 105,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Health plan options

401k with company match

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Ensono seeks an Expert Mainframe Systems Programmer specializing in IMS to deliver premium support for IMS and related OEM software products. You will join a senior team reporting to the Senior Manager – Mainframe Systems Programming and provide critical 24/7 coverage.

Applicants should have 12+ years in IMS administration, JCL, and database knowledge. You will assist migrations, DR plans, and follow ITSM processes to ensure smooth operations and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• 12+ years of IMS administration and systems programming experience.
• Strong knowledge of IMS databases, VSAM/OSAM and logs.
• Experience with JCL, SMP/E and IMS utilities.
• Familiarity with disaster recovery planning for IMS environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide premium support for IMS systems and OEM software products.
• Offer 24x7x365 coverage across multiple time zones.
• Assist migration services for new customer transitions.
• Collaborate with project management to ensure timely milestones.
• Follow ITSM change control procedures and best practices.

Skills

Mainframe IMS knowledge

JCL expertise

DB2/VSAM/OSAM understanding

MSP/DSA/DR concepts

Problem diagnosis

Change control procedures

Production support

Experience with IBM/CA tools

SMP/E knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

IMS tooling (CA/IBM)

Job description

Ensono seeks an Expert Mainframe Systems Programmer specializing in IMS to deliver premium support for IMS and related OEM software products. You will join a senior team reporting to the Senior Manager – Mainframe Systems Programming and provide critical 24/7 coverage.

Applicants should have 12+ years in IMS administration, JCL, and database knowledge. You will assist migrations, DR plans, and follow ITSM processes to ensure smooth operations and client satisfaction.