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Mainframe System Administrator

Remote in Remote Work, VA, US • Posted 5 hours ago • Updated 5 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

USD $80,001.00 - 120,000.00 per year

SAIC

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Skills

Insurance
ISS
Service Delivery
System Administration
Resource Allocation
Testing
Computer Hardware
Network
Hardware Management
Access Control
Authentication
Optimization
COBOL
CICS
Management
Hardware Installation
Root Cause Analysis
Auditing
Resource Management
Collaboration
Migration
Reporting
Documentation
Leadership
Knowledge Sharing
Computer Science
Operating Systems
IBM OMEGAMON
IBM Mainframe Utility Programs
SMP/E
WLM
Rexx
CLIST
USS
Shell
Windows PowerShell
z/OS
JCL
TSO
ISPF
RACF
Hierarchical Storage Management
Computer Networking
TCP/IP
VTAM
Social Network Analysis
Performance Tuning
Capacity Management
IT Security
Regulatory Compliance
FISMA
Communication
Articulate
Security Clearance
Technical Support
Finance
IBM
CA Workload Automation AE
Data Migration
Cloud Computing
Distributed Computing
Database Administration
IBM DB2
Mainframe
Java
JSON
XML
Systems Analysis
Research
Disaster Recovery
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
FOCUS

Summary

Job ID: 2611893

Location: Remote Work, VA, US

Date Posted: 2026-04-27

Category: Information Technology

Subcategory: Sys Administrator

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Public Trust

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_HYBRID

Description

SAIC is proud to support the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) under the Infrastructure Support Services (ISS) contract. We are seeking a seasoned and dynamic Mainframe System Administrator who will play a critical role in maintaining, optimizing, and securing FDIC's mainframe infrastructure to ensure uninterrupted service delivery and support of mission-critical operations. This position requires strong technical expertise, a solid understanding of mainframe technologies, and the ability to effectively manage complex IT systems in a high-security environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Mainframe System Administration and Maintenance
- Oversee the day-to-day operations, implementation, and monitoring of mainframe systems including system performance, capacity planning, and resource allocation to meet FDIC's requirements.
- Perform system upgrades, patches, and maintenance of mainframe operating systems (e.g., IBM z/OS) and related components.'
- Assist with disaster recovery planning, testing, and implementation to ensure the availability of systems during unplanned outages or emergencies.
- Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network connectivity issues on the mainframe platform.
- Hardware configuration using the Hardware Management Console.
Security and Compliance
- Implement and maintain security policies, tools, and best practices in accordance with FDIC guidelines to safeguard systems and data.
- Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with federal regulations (e.g., FISMA, NIST, and FDIC IT policies).
- Manage access controls, user permissions, and authentication mechanisms to ensure system integrity and prevent unauthorized access.
Support and Optimization
- Provide support on mainframe applications including COBOL, JCL, DB2, CICS, and other mainframe-specific technologies.
- Provide support to other technical groups within the organization as well as end-users when needed.
- Support may be in the form of direct technical assistance with software and/or hardware configuration and use, advanced problem determination and root cause analysis, and assistance in responding to audit and security configuration inquiries.
- Monitor system performance and proactively address bottlenecks or inefficiencies. Recommend solutions to optimize performance.
- Serve as an escalation point for technical issues, working collaboratively with internal teams and vendors to resolve incidents.
Project and Resource Management
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and FDIC stakeholders to design, plan, and implement mainframe-related projects.
- Support the migration of legacy applications and environments to align with FDIC's evolving technical strategies.
- Provide technical expertise for special projects and new initiatives.
Documentation and Reporting
- Maintain up-to-date documentation on configurations, procedures, and system changes.
- Prepare and present regular status updates and performance reports to FDIC leadership and stakeholders.
- Contribute to knowledge-sharing efforts to enhance team efficiency and readiness.

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field, or equivalent work experience and 5 years' experience as a Mainframe System Administrator or in a similar role; experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
10 - 15+ years performing general z/OS systems programming tasks.
Experience installing and maintaining z/OS operating system and 3rd party products using z/OSMF.
Experience with installation and configuration of z/OSMF.
Experience with installation and configuration of automation tools (Control-O/M highly desired
Experience with using Omegamon Monitors for z/OS and Networks.
Experience with utility programs and products including: ISPF, IDCAMS, CLISTS/REXX, SORT, TSO, JCL, Workload Manager (WLM), SMP/E, JCL and assorted system monitor tools.
Experience with SYSPLEX environment changes, such as changes to CFRM, LOGR and WLM policies.
Experience coding in Rexx; TSO Clist (USS Shell and Windows PowerShell desired).
Basic understanding of DB2 for z/OS.Expertise in IBM z/OS and related mainframe tools and utilities (e.g., JCL, TSO/ISPF, VTAM, RACF, DFSMS, etc.). Understanding of mainframe networking concepts and protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, VTAM/SNA).
Experience in mainframe performance tuning, capacity management, and workload balancing.
Knowledge of IT security principles, practices, and federal regulatory compliance (e.g., FISMA, NIST standards).
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
U.S. citizenship required due to federal contracting requirements. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance.

Preferred:

Experience providing IT support in federal government environments, preferably with FDIC or financial regulatory agencies.
Familiarity with mainframe automation tools and monitoring solutions (e.g., IBM System Automation, CA Workload Automation).
Background in implementing mainframe modernization initiatives such as data migration or integrating with cloud or distributed computing environments.
Knowledge of database management systems (DB2, IMS) on the mainframe.
Experience with Java, JSON and XML desired.
Comprehensive knowledge of z/Enterprise server technology, software technology, systems analysis, research techniques, systems development standards and quality and cost controls.
Additional Information
Work Location: Must be available for on-site support at FDIC offices when required, with some flexibility for remote work as determined by project and program needs.
Contracting Requirements: As this position supports a contract with FDIC, the candidate must comply with all federal guidelines, security regulations, and project-specific requirements.
Travel: Limited travel may be required for disaster recovery activities, system implementations, or team meetings.

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 10111346
Position Id: 2611893
Posted 5 hours ago

Company Info

About SAIC

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500 mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets include secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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