Agency
Department of Information Technology
Division
Chief Deputy SCIO
Job Classification Title
Operating Systems Software Progrmer II (NS)
Position Number
60087474
Grade
DT10
About Us
The N.C. Department of Information Technology (NCDIT) serves as the Technology Center for the State of NC. Services that NCDIT provides reach a client base of state and local government agencies, as well as schools, colleges and universities. NCDIT's mission is to enable trusted business-driven solutions that meet the needs of North Carolinians. NCDIT provides technology services to state agencies and is charged with closing the digital divide by expanding availability of broadband services and promoting the adoption of affordable, high-speed internet.
Description of Work
Salary Range: $87,617 - $131,426
The position is designated Statutory Exempt (EHRA) and is exempt from the State Human Resources Act.
This position may be eligible for hybrid remote work in accordance with state policy and the agency's remote work program but does require weekly onsite work.
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We currently have an opening for a Mainframe Systems Programmer.
Key Responsibilities:
Installing, configuring, and maintaining enterprise mainframe software products on z/OS in accordance with State standards, vendor guidelines, and established naming conventions
Planning, scheduling, and coordinating software upgrades and system changes with vendors, systems programmers, application teams, and NC Department of Information Technology (NCDIT) customers to ensure compatibility and minimize production impact
Implementing and administering mainframe security by configuring RACF (Resources Access Control Facility) rules, product-specific security features, and related access interfaces in partnership with security and application teams
Monitoring and optimizing system software performance using specialized tools, applying tuning recommendations to improve efficiency and reliability, and advising clients on application adjustments when appropriate
Diagnosing and resolving complex system and application issues by investigating problem reports, collaborating with vendors on root-cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions to restore service
Preparing and maintaining technical documentation, including system guides, change summaries, and technical bulletins, to clearly communicate updates, impacts, and required actions to NCDIT stakeholders.
About the Division:
The Operations and Systems Software Programmer reports to a manager within Mainframe Hosting of the Service Delivery Division of NCDIT. The Service Delivery Division provides the delivery and management of IT solutions based on customer requirements within a 24x7x365 operational environment. The solutions provided by Mainframe Hosting include: Distributed and Mainframe Systems, Middleware, Network Security, Storage and Data Protection as well as Data Center Operations.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
The following Management Preferences are not required, but applicants that possess these skills are preferred:
Experience in IBM z/OS and related subsystems such as CICS, IMS, HOD, MQ Series, and RACF, along with familiarity in Unix System Services, third-party vendor tools in the mainframe ecosystem, and storage management
Experience ensuring proper protection of an installation's data and resources, including identifying and securing mainframe resources, defining and managing user access, and implementing and maintaining security policies and procedures
Strong background in RACF administration, mainframe TCP/IP networking, z/OS performance tuning, and overall system configuration, with additional skills in IBM Z Performance and Capacity Analytics(IZPCA), Cognos, or SAS considered a plus
This position requires a fingerprint-based background search. Hires must agree to a fingerprint-based background search prior to being hired.
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Minimum Education and Experience
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
Bachelor's degree in computer science or an IT related field or a closely related field from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of progressive experience in systems software programming
OR
Associate degree in computer science or an IT related field or a closely related field from an appropriately accredited institution and five years of progressive experience in systems software programming; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
EEO Statement
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
Recruiter:
Samika Renee Lewis
Recruiter Email:
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