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Subject Matter Expert (Mainframe System Programmer)

College Park, MD, US • Posted 1 day ago • Updated 9 hours ago

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Skills

IT Management
System Requirements
Reliability Engineering
IBM Mainframe
Storage
Backup
Recovery
Specification Gathering
Scalability
Collaboration
Enterprise Storage
Data Security
Computer Science
Information Systems
Information Technology
Technical Analysis
DirectShow
DS
z/OS
IBM DB2
CICS
DASD
Replication
IBM
Disaster Recovery
Business Continuity Planning
Management
Capacity Management
Optimization
Mainframe

Summary

Job Description
The Subject Matter Expert Mainframe System Programmer provides senior-level technical leadership and specialized expertise supporting enterprise mainframe environments for complex, mission-critical systems. This role is responsible for defining system requirements, analyzing operational and technical challenges, and developing implementation strategies for mainframe infrastructure, storage, replication, disaster recovery, and system optimization initiatives.

The Subject Matter Expert will lead and support modernization, operational stability, and continuity planning for large-scale mainframe platforms, ensuring system reliability, scalability, and alignment with organizational and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Define technical problems and develop detailed plans and requirements for moderately complex to highly complex mainframe systems
Provide subject matter expertise for enterprise IBM mainframe platforms, storage, and replication technologies
Coordinate and manage technical analyses, evaluations, and recommendations for system enhancements and infrastructure initiatives
Lead operational support and maintenance activities for z/OS, DB2, and CICS environments
Design, implement, and optimize DASD replication, backup, and recovery solutions
Support disaster recovery, business continuity, and capacity optimization planning and execution
Develop technical specifications and guide the execution of mainframe-related initiatives
Analyze system performance, availability, and scalability, recommending improvements as needed
Collaborate with cross-functional technical teams to ensure system interoperability and operational resilience
Document system architectures, procedures, operational processes, and technical findings
Provide guidance on enterprise storage systems, tape systems, and data protection strategies

Requirements
Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in:
- Computer Science
- Information Systems
- Engineering
- Business
- Or another related scientific or technical discipline
Minimum 7 years of general experience in the Information Technology field
At least 5 years of specialized experience directly related to mainframe systems and the required area of expertise
Demonstrated experience defining requirements, performing technical analyses, and developing plans for complex systems

Preferred Qualifications

15 years of experience supporting enterprise mainframe systems, including:
- IBM z16 2932-A02 and above
- DS8950 5341-996 and above
- TS7770 3948-VED and above
15 years of experience operating and maintaining:
- z/OS version 2.5 and above
- IBM DB2 version 12 and above
- CICS Transaction Server version 6.0 and above
10 years of experience with DASD replication technologies, including:
- IBM Copy Services Manager version 6.3.15.0 and above
- Implementation and management of Safeguard Copy
10 years of experience in:
- Disaster recovery planning and execution
- Business continuity management
- Capacity planning and system optimization
12+ years of relevant industry experience supporting enterprise IT systems (Senior SME level)
10+ years of advanced specialized technical experience directly related to mainframe systems programming and infrastructure
Master's degree or Ph.D. in a related technical discipline (preferred)

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Dice Id: 10117622
Position Id: 244b49f5853bb1cacbcbda9dcaf51f10
Posted 1 day ago

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