Mainframe Technology Specialist - z/OS (4-6 yrs)

Experience : 4+ Years.

Location : Pune-Hybrid.

Work type : Contract.

Mandatory Skills :

- Capacity Planning & Optimization Expert Mainframe Server.

- Overall governance of whole Mainframe IT Operations.

- Cost mapping of Mainframe apps for modernization to Cloud.

- Knowledge on Install, configure, and maintain mainframe operating systems and related software.

- Monitor system performance and implement necessary adjustments to ensure optimal operation.

- Ownership of system upgrades and apply patches to maintain system security and functionality.

- Troubleshoot and resolve system-related issues and provide technical support to users.

- Develop and maintain system documentation, including procedures and guidelines.

- Collaborate with other IT teams to integrate mainframe systems with other enterprise systems.

- Ensure data integrity and security by implementing and maintaining backup and recovery procedures.

- Participate in disaster recovery planning and testing.

- Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to recommend improvements.

All you need is :

- Proven experience as a Mainframe System Capacity Planning & System Programmer or similar role.

- Strong Knowledge of running and understanding SCRT Reports.

- Strong Knowledge of pulling consumption report of ISVs especially Broadcom, planning and POC to replace and retire.

- Experience with system management Tools like TADz, SMF, RMF data.

- Strong knowledge of RACF and system commands.

- Understanding of DASD, TAPE management, have knowledge of DCOLLECT utilities, etc.

- Experience with installing, patching 3rd Party Software (CA, BMC, IBM).

- Strong knowledge of mainframe operating systems (e., z/OS, OS/390).

- Experience with mainframe utilities and tools (e., JCL, TSO, ISPF).

- Experience with CICS System Administration.

- Experience with DR setup and recovery of MF system.

- Maintaining huge enterprise Mainframe System having SYSPLEX setup.

- Familiarity with database management systems (e., DB2, IMS).

- Advantage to have Experience with AS400 as system programmer.

- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications :

- Experience with mainframe security and compliance standards.

- Knowledge of mainframe networking and storage technologies.

- Certification in mainframe technologies (e., IBM Certified System Programmer).