Senior IMS Systems Programmer (IBM IMS Tools & Database Administration)

Computer Task; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

CTG is seeking a Senior IMS Systems Programmer for our client, focusing on IBM IMS, DB2, and CICS environments in a remote, ongoing contract role. You will install, configure, and migrate IBM IMS products and provide problem determination and production support for z/OS platforms.

You will interface with customers and cross-functional teams, develop technical materials, and deliver presentations as needed. Strong English communication and enterprise mainframe experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience with IBM IMS systems programming and database administration in enterprise z/OS environments.
• Strong knowledge of IBM product installation, configuration, deployment, maintenance, and migration processes.
• Experience supporting IMS, DB2, and CICS environments.
• Experience with mainframe application programming and migration/conversion tools.
• Ability to analyze customer requirements, troubleshoot complex IBM product issues, and provide technical recommendations.
• Experience working directly with customers and cross-functional technical organizations.

Responsibilities

• Support IBM IMS systems programming, IMS database administration, installation, configuration, deployment, maintenance, and migration.
• Install and deploy IBM and ISV mainframe products following customer requirements and best practices.
• Perform problem determination, troubleshooting, system programming, and production support for z/OS environments.
• Support IMS, DB2, and CICS administration and application development environments.
• Assist with IMS database migrations, product conversions, and modernization initiatives.
• Evaluate and support migration tools, utilities, and language conversions.
• Interface directly with customers and technical teams to gather requirements, resolve issues, and communicate solutions.
• Develop technical presentations and organize complex technical materials for customer-facing engagements.

Skills

IBM z/OS

IMS

IMS Database Administration

IMS System Programming

ISPF

IDz

COBOL

PL/I

Assembler

C/C++

REXX

File-AID

Mainframe Migration

Customer Interfacing

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

ISPF

IDz

DB2 Administration

CICS Administration

CA Broadcom File Master

Macro4 InSync

File-AID

z/OS Mainframe Utilities

Job description

CTG is seeking to fill a Senior IMS Systems Programmer (IBM IMS Tools & Database Administration) position for our client.

Location: Remote

Duration: Ongoing Contract

Duties:

• Support IBM IMS systems programming, IMS database administration, installation, configuration, deployment, maintenance, and migration.
• Install and deploy IBM and ISV mainframe products following customer requirements and best practices.
• Perform problem determination, troubleshooting, system programming, and production support for z/OS environments.
• Support IMS, DB2, and CICS administration and application development environments.
• Assist with IMS database migrations, product conversions, and modernization initiatives.
• Evaluate and support migration tools, utilities, and language conversions.
• Interface directly with customers and technical teams to gather requirements, resolve issues, and communicate solutions.
• Develop technical presentations and organize complex technical materials for customer-facing engagements.

Skills:

• IBM z/OS, IMS, IMS Database Administration, IMS System Programming
• IMS Tools, IBM IMS utilities and products
• DB2 Administration and CICS Administration
• ISPF, IBM Developer for z/OS (IDz)
• COBOL, PL/I, Assembler, C/C++, REXX, FastRexx
• IBM File Manager, BMC File-AID, CA Broadcom File Master, CA Broadcom PDSMAN, Macro4 InSync
• z/OS application development and mainframe migration
• Customer interfacing, communication, troubleshooting, and problem determination
• Microsoft PowerPoint and technical presentation development

Experience:

• Senior-level experience with IBM IMS systems programming and database administration in enterprise z/OS environments.
• Strong knowledge of IBM product installation, configuration, deployment, maintenance, and migration processes.
• Experience supporting IMS, DB2, and CICS environments.
• Experience with mainframe application programming and migration/conversion tools.
• Ability to analyze customer requirements, troubleshoot complex IBM product issues, and provide technical recommendations.
• Experience working directly with customers and cross-functional technical organizations.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $75.00 to $100.00/hour. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered.

About CTG

CTG, a Cegeka company, delivers IT and business solutions that enhance clients' digital agility, empowering them to seize new opportunities and overcome any challenge. Backed by more than 60 years' experience and a commitment to being a reliable, results-driven partner, we work shoulder to shoulder with clients to shape digital together. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. With more than 9,000 team members in over 15 countries, we combine global expertise with local insight to deliver innovative solutions. We operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries.

Together, we shape what's next - working shoulder to shoulder to deliver impactful solutions for our clients and society. Our culture is built by the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. At CTG, you'll find a workplace where you are encouraged to grow, supported in your ambitions, and empowered to shape your own career journey. For more information, visit www.ctg.com.

CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.

CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.