Mainframe z/OS Systems Programmer

Luna Data Solutions has an immediate contract position opening (contract term approximately 8 to 9 months, with probable extension beyond this) for a Mainframe z/OS Systems Programmer resource. This is a contract position with our public sector industry client located in Austin, TX. *This is a 100% remote position.
Role: Mainframe z/OS Systems Programmer
Role Description:

• This position involves highly advanced (senior-level) systems administration in support of agency mainframe applications and supporting infrastructure; and coordinating day-to-day system administration functions such as mainframe configuration, break/fix system support, and base user account creation/support.
• Routine system administration functions to include security administration support, performance monitoring, security monitoring, and system maintenance.
• Work includes supporting data entry and control work processes, overseeing and coordinating mainframe operations in the client's Consolidated Data Center Services (DCS), and working with the Network Administration, Customer Support and Applications Development & Support teams to provide support necessary for day-to-day mainframe operations.
• Experience with Informatica Power Exchange Administration for Change Data Capture processing using mainframe data sources and targets (i.e., IMS and VSAM) a plus.
• The resource will apply their expert knowledge and experience as a Mainframe z/OS Systems Programmer to support both the needs of the Legacy Systems as well as those for the Mainframe Transformation Team.

Key Activities/Responsibilities:

• Provide primary administration and end user support for SCLM.

• Provide primary support as the subject matter expert for z/OS operating systems and system components; provide direct technical support as needed in the planning, implementation and testing of releases, upgrades, or changes to z/OS operating system, network, and component software.
  Provide end user support for assigned Independent Software Vendor (ISV) products such as BlueZone.
• Provide input and recommendations for hardware capacity planning.
• Provide primary administrative support for CICS and IMS .
• Diagnose platform, software and related product issues and follow up with root cause analysis.
• Analyze performance issues and provide input and recommendations for capacity planning.
• Provide input and recommendations for system-wide performance tuning to meet required levels of service.
• Provide input and recommendations for system parameters and system libraries management.
• Provide support for technical consultation and inquiries from the other IT technical teams.
• Provide support as technical lead on internal team projects or participate on project teams that impact the z/OS platform.
• Provide support for Integration-testing new products with existing applications and user procedures.
• Assist with maintaining and providing technical support for Mainframe Production Control and Support Jobs and monthly Mainframe Job Scheduler.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience with JES2, z/OS Unix System Services (OMVS), Storage Management Subsystem (SMS).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with TSS (Top Secret Security).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with performance monitoring to include initial analysis of performance issues.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with REXX.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Informatica Power Exchange Administration.
• Working knowledge for each of the following: z/OS Operation, z/OS Networking VTAM (Virtual Telecommunications Access Method), TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol).
• Working knowledge for each of the following? z/OS-centric automated job scheduling and management software (JOBTRAC), Terminal Emulator Software (BLUEZONE), VTAM Session Manager Software (VTAM/SWITCH).
• Working knowledge for each of the following: SMP/E (System Modification Program/Extended), RMF (Resource Measurement Facility), SMF (System Management Facility), WLM (Workload Management), JCL (Job Control Language).
• Working knowledge for each of the following: GRS (Global Resource Serialization), VSAM (Virtual Storage Access Method), TSO (Time Sharing Option).
• Experience with TLS configuration (certificates, SSL RSA Keys, SFTP, FTPS).
• Experience with SCLM (or other similar configuration management tools), specifically configuration and administration of SCLM.
• Experience with CPM for JOBTRAC.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Hybrid working arrangement

Luna Data Solutions, Inc. (LDS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees. All applicants will be considered for employment. LDS prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding age, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, national origin, genetics, protected veteran status, and/or disability status.