Mainframe Automation Engineer (IBM SA z/OS|CA OPS/MVS)

Job Role: Mainframe Automation Engineer

Location: Atlanta, GA/Remote

Job Description:

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills

• Deep Knowledge in Mainframe System Automation tools i.e., IBM SA z/OS and CA OPS/MVS.
• Good experience in dealing with Migration projects - CA-OPS/MVS to IBM System Automation
• Proficiency in REXX, CLIST and Netview PIPE Programming.
• Installing and configuration of z/OS systems

Roles & Responsibilities

• Expertise required in Mainframe System Automation tools i.e., IBM SA z/OS and CA OPS/MVS.
• Experience in other Automation product like AF Operator & BMC Mainview AO would be an added advantage.
• Good experience in dealing with Migration projects - CA-OPS/MVS to IBM System Automation and vice versa.
• Proficiency in REXX, CLIST and Netview PIPE Programming.
• Responsible for developing & deploying automated solutions across the infrastructure to eliminate manual intervention, including automated IPLs, application recovery and auto ticket generation.
• Expected to support Automation application through various upgrade/maintenance activities., z/OS upgrades, Data Centre consolidation, CPU Refreshes etc...
• Need to support inherited client automation code, implement & support infrastructure critical event management, remote console access & paging.
• Responsible for all automation tool functionality, design, integration, and implementation.
• Transform client automation to standard toolset and experience in working with multiple complexes/LPARs support.
• Good understanding of Infrastructure restores process during DR activities & tests.
• Required Involvement in feasibility studies and recommending mainframe automation solutions across all mainframe environments.
• Excellent level of analytical ability, communication and interpersonal skills required to build relationships with team members and customers to solve problems and resolve issues.
• Should have good understanding of ITIL Process & Procedures and ability to perform diagnostics & RCA.
• Should be a self-starter with ability to work alone or in a team, able to meet challenging deadlines & ability to multitask.
• Analyst is responsible for providing 24 /7 Automation on-call support on a rotational basis for multiple customers.