Job Title: Mainframe Administrator/Programmer (Level 4)
Location: Remote (Must reside in EST time zone)
Type: Contract
About the Role: We are seeking a highly experienced Mainframe Administrator/Programmer to support and maintain z/OS systems. This role requires deep expertise in mainframe software, security, and application support.
Key Responsibilities: - Install, customize, and maintain the z/OS operating system and related software
- Manage mainframe security certificates, user accounts via RACF, and LDAP integration
- Support and configure JCL, CICS, CTG, MQ, and IBM Workload Scheduler (IWS)
- Provide DB2 support on z/OS
- Perform COBOL programming tasks including systems analysis, design, testing, and JCL modifications
- Monitor production workloads, review system logs, and debug mainframe errors
Must-Have Qualifications: - 7+ years of senior-level mainframe experience
- 4+ years supporting z/OS
- 4+ years managing RACF and LDAP security
- 3+ years supporting IBM JCL, CICS, CTG, MQ, and IWS
- 3+ years of DB2 experience
- 3+ years of COBOL programming on z/OS
- 3+ years of experience with production monitoring and mainframe debugging
On-site Requirement: First week onsite in Albany, NY; remote thereafter