Technical Specialist - Remote at Viva USA Inc.
Raleigh, NC 27609
About the Job
Title: Technical Specialist - Remote
Mandatory skills:
source mainframe services, CA mainframe software, IBM software,
IBM IZPCA, IBM Cognos, z/OS Resource Access Control, MFaaS, Endevor, RACF,
Installing Software, Customer systems programming, software outages
Description:
Contractor needed to assist with the client's decision to source mainframe services while also migrating from all CA mainframe software to IBM software.
15 PCT
Installing Software
Install software using standard State naming conventions and standards. Each vendor product is unique to install, customize, maintain, and support. Download vendor software to the client systems and verify installation according to vendor guidelines and recommendations including SMP/E. Coordinate with multiple vendors and the client Customer systems programming and application staff concerning required patches, fix packs and maintenance upgrades as needed to reduce and mitigate possible software outages.
30 PCT
Customizing Software
Work closely with other the client teams to set security rules using z/OS Resource Access Control Facility (RACF) and product specific security features. Also coordinate the implementation of other systems interfaces for access to Transaction Services.
Schedule and test, during off peak times, software upgrades and patches to reduce the impact on production work. Coordinate this testing with clients and other client staff to reduce impact to other system software and operating system changes.
Document new systems in User’s Guide and make copies available to the client Service Delivery Division and compose technical information bulletins detailing the impact on clients and outlining any changes they may have to make.
20 PCT
Monitoring and Tuning Systems Software
Use specialized software to monitor systems performance. Make the necessary adjustments as needed to provide maximum performance of system software. Make recommendations to clients on application changes as needed to provide better code reuse, performance gains and data throughput. If there is an application problem, work with the appropriate client to resolve the issue in a timely manner, which may involve other Service Delivery personnel.
30 PCT Solving Problems
Analyze problems reported by clients and internal staff; work with vendor to determine solutions and establish corrective action plan; assist clients and internal staff with related questions.
5 PCT
Training
Need of resource to provide systems support for z/OS functions. MFaaS with Endevor and RACF skillsets.
Skill - Required / Desired - Amount - of Experience
IBM IZPCA - Required - 5 - Years
IBM Cognos - Required - 5 - Years
z/OS Resource Access Control Facility - Required - 5 - Years
MFaaS with Endevor - Highly desired - 5 - Years
Note:
Remote
VIVA USA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a professional working environment that is free from discrimination and unlawful harassment. The Management, contractors, and staff of VIVA USA shall respect others without regard to race, sex, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or status as a Vietnam-era, recently separated veteran, Active war time or campaign badge veteran, Armed forces service medal veteran, or disabled veteran. Please contact us at hr@viva-it.com for any complaints, comments and suggestions.
Contact Details :
VIVA USA INC.
3601 Algonquin Road, Suite 425
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
staffing10@viva-it.com | http://www.viva-it.com
Mandatory skills:
source mainframe services, CA mainframe software, IBM software,
IBM IZPCA, IBM Cognos, z/OS Resource Access Control, MFaaS, Endevor, RACF,
Installing Software, Customer systems programming, software outages
Description:
Contractor needed to assist with the client's decision to source mainframe services while also migrating from all CA mainframe software to IBM software.
15 PCT
Installing Software
Install software using standard State naming conventions and standards. Each vendor product is unique to install, customize, maintain, and support. Download vendor software to the client systems and verify installation according to vendor guidelines and recommendations including SMP/E. Coordinate with multiple vendors and the client Customer systems programming and application staff concerning required patches, fix packs and maintenance upgrades as needed to reduce and mitigate possible software outages.
30 PCT
Customizing Software
Work closely with other the client teams to set security rules using z/OS Resource Access Control Facility (RACF) and product specific security features. Also coordinate the implementation of other systems interfaces for access to Transaction Services.
Schedule and test, during off peak times, software upgrades and patches to reduce the impact on production work. Coordinate this testing with clients and other client staff to reduce impact to other system software and operating system changes.
Document new systems in User’s Guide and make copies available to the client Service Delivery Division and compose technical information bulletins detailing the impact on clients and outlining any changes they may have to make.
20 PCT
Monitoring and Tuning Systems Software
Use specialized software to monitor systems performance. Make the necessary adjustments as needed to provide maximum performance of system software. Make recommendations to clients on application changes as needed to provide better code reuse, performance gains and data throughput. If there is an application problem, work with the appropriate client to resolve the issue in a timely manner, which may involve other Service Delivery personnel.
30 PCT Solving Problems
Analyze problems reported by clients and internal staff; work with vendor to determine solutions and establish corrective action plan; assist clients and internal staff with related questions.
5 PCT
Training
Need of resource to provide systems support for z/OS functions. MFaaS with Endevor and RACF skillsets.
Skill - Required / Desired - Amount - of Experience
IBM IZPCA - Required - 5 - Years
IBM Cognos - Required - 5 - Years
z/OS Resource Access Control Facility - Required - 5 - Years
MFaaS with Endevor - Highly desired - 5 - Years
Note:
Remote
VIVA USA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a professional working environment that is free from discrimination and unlawful harassment. The Management, contractors, and staff of VIVA USA shall respect others without regard to race, sex, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or status as a Vietnam-era, recently separated veteran, Active war time or campaign badge veteran, Armed forces service medal veteran, or disabled veteran. Please contact us at hr@viva-it.com for any complaints, comments and suggestions.
Contact Details :
| Account co-ordinator: Rajkamal Krishnamoorthy, Phone No : 847-461-3635, Email: staffing10@viva-it.com |
VIVA USA INC.
3601 Algonquin Road, Suite 425
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
staffing10@viva-it.com | http://www.viva-it.com
Salary
81 - 86 /hour
