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Job Summary:
Dexian is seeking a Mainframe TWS Consultant for an opportunity with a client located in Plano, TX.
Responsibilities:
- Administer, monitor, analyze, and maintain TWSz software in large mainframe environments
- Gather functional and technical requirements from clients and provide tailored solutions to meet their business objectives
- Act as a subject matter expert on TWSz, its capabilities, and its integration with mainframe components like , , and
- Identify and resolve issues within the scheduling system, performing performance analysis to ensure system uptime and reliability
- Design, implement, and support TWSz configurations, including database usage and custom solutions
- Provide comprehensive documentation for code, system configurations, and technical processes
- Evaluate new technologies, suggest architectural improvements, and drive the adoption of best practices
- Work closely with clients, project managers, and other technical teams to ensure seamless solution delivery
Requirements:
- Minimum 2-5 years of experience scheduling/administering/supporting the TWS/z software or other Mainframe schedulers such as CA7/Control-M in a large multi LPAR/multi SYSPLEX batch environment
- Must possess an excellent understanding and knowledge of JCL/REXX/VSAM, catalogued procedures and standard batch processing
- Must understand the use and application of the various databases within the scheduling software
- Must be able to apply database changes with a high degree of accuracy in desired time frames using established Release Management approval, deployment tools, and best practices
- Must ascertain through research and knowledge the scope of issues and understand the impact while deciding and taking corrective actions in high risk circumstances
- Minimum 2-5 years of experience scheduling/administering/supporting the TWS/z software or other Mainframe schedulers such as CA7/Control-M in a large multi LPAR/multi SYSPLEX batch environment
- Must possess an excellent understanding and knowledge of JCL/REXX/VSAM, catalogued procedures and standard batch processing
- Ability to manage multiple deliverables with various time deliveries from days to months
- Strong Mainframe z/OS, JCL, TSO, ISPF skills
- Release/Change Tool (Endevor/ISPW/Remedy/ServiceNow) User experience
- Ability to work closely with clients to resolve Tool issues
- Mid-level knowledge of IBM Utilities i.e. IEBCOPY, IEBGENER, etc
- Good communication skills, both written and oral are required as the individual must interface with application developers, support teams, software vendors and management staff
- The successful candidate will be required (after suitable training) to participate in a 24x7 Oncall rotation and be required to provide off hours support as necessary
Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals.
Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit to learn more.
Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.