Overview
Remote
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 12 Month(s)
Skills
Business Continuity Planning
COBOL
CPU
Collaboration
Computer Hardware
DASD
Data Center Migration
Disaster Recovery
GDPS
HMC
Hardware Installation
IBM
IOCP
ITIL
Mainframe
Management
Operational Excellence
Regulatory Compliance
Replication
Rexx
SSI
VTS
z/Linux
z/OS
z/VM
Job Details
100% Remote Role
z/OS Mainframe Architect
Atlanta, GA
12+ Months Contract
Position Type-C2C/W2
Exp Level- 12+Years
Certifications Required: - Relevant z/OS Certification
Required Skills: -z/OS Administration, Mainframe Architecture, Data Center Migrations, Hardware & Software Upgrade Coordination, IODF, IOCP Designing Experience
Job Summary:
- We are seeking a highly experienced z/OS Architect to lead mainframe infrastructure initiatives, including hardware planning, data center migrations, and vendor coordination.
- The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in IBM z/OS systems and mainframe architecture, with a strong ability to manage complex technical environments and drive operational excellence.
- Must have knowledge on IODF, IOCP designing and configuration, etc.
Nice to Have Skills:
- Programming knowledge (REXX, COBOL, ASBMLR)
- ITIL principles and processes
Responsibilities:
- Lead mainframe hardware configuration (CPU/CEC, DASD, VTS/TAPE, HMC, FICON Directors)
- Manage hardware lifecycle planning, vendor coordination, and support activities
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during data center migrations
- Design and implement z/OS data replication strategies
- Build and support LPARs, Parallel Sysplex, Coupling Facility, SSI Clusters, and GDPS environments
- Maintain and optimize mainframe infrastructure (zOS, zLinux, zVM, zTPF)
- Ensure compliance with IT policies, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans
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