Overview
Remote
$50 - $60
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 12 Month(s)
Able to Provide Sponsorship
Skills
Application Development
BMC Control-M
Batch Processing
CA-7
Change Request Management
Collaboration
Documentation
High Availability
ITIL
Issue Resolution
JCL
Job Scheduling
Mainframe
Management
Optimization
Orchestration
Regulatory Compliance
Reporting
Rexx
Scheduling
Scripting
Service Management
Shell
Workflow
ZEKE
Job Details
Job Title:
Mainframe Batch Scheduler Control-M / ASG Tools Expert
Location:
Remote (U.S. based only)
Rate:
$65 $70/hr (C2C or W2)
Client:
Deloitte (Full details provided upon submission)
Duration:
Long-Term Contract
Position Summary:
We are seeking a seasoned Mainframe Batch Scheduler with deep hands-on experience in Control-M, and strong exposure to other mainframe job scheduling and orchestration tools. The ideal candidate will be a go-to expert in mainframe batch processing, capable of managing complex scheduling workflows, troubleshooting failures, and ensuring timely execution of critical enterprise jobs.
This role requires an individual who can navigate high-volume production environments, work independently, and collaborate with infrastructure, application, and operations teams.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage, configure, and monitor Control-M job schedules in a high-availability production environment
Leverage knowledge of ASG s Zeke, Zak, and Zena tools to integrate and maintain batch job automation, tape management, and enterprise orchestration
Develop, update, and maintain job definitions, schedules, calendars, and dependencies across multiple platforms
Troubleshoot and resolve scheduling conflicts, job failures, and delays in batch workflows
Collaborate with infrastructure, application development, and operations teams to ensure smooth batch cycles and escalations
Ensure compliance with IT change management and documentation procedures
Optimize scheduling strategies for performance, throughput, and resource utilization
Participate in on-call support rotations for critical job monitoring and issue resolution
Required Qualifications:
10+ years of experience in mainframe batch scheduling and operations
Deep expertise in Control-M (creation, troubleshooting, optimization)
Experience with ASG Zeke (job scheduling), ASG Zak (tape management), and ASG Zena (enterprise orchestration)
Familiarity with CA-7 scheduling is a plus
Strong understanding of mainframe operations, JCL, and batch processing
Proficient in monitoring tools, logging systems, and performance tuning
Ability to communicate clearly across technical and business teams
Detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of working independently in a remote setup
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience supporting large enterprise clients (e.g., consulting firms or system integrators)
Familiarity with ITIL practices and service management platforms
Scripting skills (e.g., REXX, Shell, or JCL scripting) for automation and reporting
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