Remote z/OS Senior Systems Programmer at Talascend

Talascend is currently seeking a z/OS Senior Systems Programmer for a W-2 contract to possible direct hire position in Washington, D.C.

CLEARANCE:

• US Citizenship required.
• Active Public Trust preferred.
• Ability to obtain a DOJ public trust clearance required.

LOCATION:

DC preferred, but open to remote workers.

OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a versatile z/OS Senior Systems Programmer skilled in the z/OS operating system with 9+ years of experience. This position requires the ability to plan, install, configure, customize and maintain IBM z/OS operating system software and various other base and optional features including TSO/E, ISPF/PDF, JES2, SDSF, in a multi-LPAR, multi-site environment. Additional responsibilities may also include management, maintenance, and upgrade of various IBM program products and Independent Software Vendor (ISV) software. The Sr. Systems Programmer must also be able to provide on-call services after normal working hours to respond to issues or to implement configuration changes.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Installation and customization of IBM z/OS and associated major subsystems.
• Installation and customization of IBM and non-IBM software products the run on the z/OS operating system.
• Monitor the operating system using tools including BMC to improve performance and to diagnose and resolve problems.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and provide follow-up support to various customer organizations.
• Respond to issues generated from the Helpdesk, Operations, and Applications staff.
• Participate in disaster recovery procedures.
• Create and maintain system policies and user documentation.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or four years of additional experience.
• IBM z/OS 2.2 or above internal knowledge.
• Proficient with IBM z/OS installation tools to include SMP/E, z/OSMF, PDO, etc.
• Experience in UNIX Systems Services under z/OS.
• Experience with hardware configuration tools (HCD, IODF).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer support skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Familiarity with z/OS Security product CA Topsecret.
• Knowledge of other IBM products such as CICS and DB2.

 

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.

Pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k), EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates.

Talascend 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.