Mainframe Systems Programmer
UDR Consulting Inc · Charleston, WV ·
- Experience
- 10+ years
UDR is seeking qualified candidates for a Mainframe Systems Programmer opportunity in Charleston, West Virginia.
Description
Operating System Management: Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain z/OS environments, LPARs, and Parallel Sysplex architectures.
Software & ISV Maintenance: Deploy and support third-party vendor products (such as IBM and CA/Broadcom tools) using SMP/E.
Performance & Tuning: Monitor system health, analyze RMF/SMF data, and optimize system performance or storage management.
Troubleshooting & Dumps: Diagnose complex hardware/software issues, read system dumps, and coordinate with vendors like IBM for resolutions.
Disaster Recovery: Plan, test, and execute disaster recovery protocols to protect critical enterprise data.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Core Tools: Extensive experience with SMP/E, TSO/ISPF, USS, JES2, SDSF, and JCL.
Languages: Proficiency in Assembler, REXX, or COBOL.
Experience: Generally 3 to 10+ years of dedicated mainframe systems programming experience depending on the seniority of the role.
Mainframe Systems Programmer must have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in Mainframe Systems Engineering, with at least three (3) years specifically focused on IBM z/OS operating systems and ISV (Independent Software Vendor) software upgrades and maintenance.
Mainframe Systems Programmer must have a minimum of five (5) years of experience managing and configuring RACF (Resource Access Control Facility) for mainframe security, including user administration, access permissions, and security logging. AND/OR must have a minimum of two (2) years of experience acting as a Mainframe D82 subsystem installation, migration, performance tuning, and database maintenance.
Mainframe Systems Programmer must have a minimum of three (3) years of experience implementing and managing Mainframe Pervasive Encryption (dataset, dataset-level, and coupling facility encryption) and ensuring adherence to Mainframe SSA (Social Security Administration) compliance or similar federal security frameworks.
Mainframe Systems Programmer must have experience working with SAS for mainframe data analysis and reporting, as well as configuring and troubleshooting Mainframe AFP (Advanced Function Presentation) printing systems and print queues.
UDR Consulting, INC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Woman-Owned, Minority-Owned, Small Disadvantaged Business. An Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected Veterans, or individuals with disabilities. UDR also supports a drug-free work environment.
UDR offers highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.
Description
Operating System Management: Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain z/OS environments, LPARs, and Parallel Sysplex architectures.
Software & ISV Maintenance: Deploy and support third-party vendor products (such as IBM and CA/Broadcom tools) using SMP/E.
Performance & Tuning: Monitor system health, analyze RMF/SMF data, and optimize system performance or storage management.
Troubleshooting & Dumps: Diagnose complex hardware/software issues, read system dumps, and coordinate with vendors like IBM for resolutions.
Disaster Recovery: Plan, test, and execute disaster recovery protocols to protect critical enterprise data.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Core Tools: Extensive experience with SMP/E, TSO/ISPF, USS, JES2, SDSF, and JCL.
Languages: Proficiency in Assembler, REXX, or COBOL.
Experience: Generally 3 to 10+ years of dedicated mainframe systems programming experience depending on the seniority of the role.
Mainframe Systems Programmer must have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in Mainframe Systems Engineering, with at least three (3) years specifically focused on IBM z/OS operating systems and ISV (Independent Software Vendor) software upgrades and maintenance.
Mainframe Systems Programmer must have a minimum of five (5) years of experience managing and configuring RACF (Resource Access Control Facility) for mainframe security, including user administration, access permissions, and security logging. AND/OR must have a minimum of two (2) years of experience acting as a Mainframe D82 subsystem installation, migration, performance tuning, and database maintenance.
Mainframe Systems Programmer must have a minimum of three (3) years of experience implementing and managing Mainframe Pervasive Encryption (dataset, dataset-level, and coupling facility encryption) and ensuring adherence to Mainframe SSA (Social Security Administration) compliance or similar federal security frameworks.
Mainframe Systems Programmer must have experience working with SAS for mainframe data analysis and reporting, as well as configuring and troubleshooting Mainframe AFP (Advanced Function Presentation) printing systems and print queues.
UDR Consulting, INC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Woman-Owned, Minority-Owned, Small Disadvantaged Business. An Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected Veterans, or individuals with disabilities. UDR also supports a drug-free work environment.
UDR offers highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.