Zos System Programmer

Job Description
• Monitors system software access, performance, and resource utilization. • Primary responsibility for maintaining the z/OS 2.3 and JES2 software environment. • Install new z/OS releases (2.3,2.4,2.5) as they become available and configure to support requirements. • Upgrade z/os Versions from 2.3 to 2.5 and above. • Upgrade z/VM and maintenance support from 6.4 to latest versions. • Work with application programmers to ensure that application problems do not adversely affect production operations.
• Ability to provide 24/7/365 software support. • Assists with the analysis, design, programming, and implementation of applications that will interface with system software. • Develop/maintain/monitor proper software use and security authorization policies. • Creates, maintains, and upgrades software systems for development and production environments. • Analyses requirements and recommends policies, procedures, and standards for software systems. • Implement and verify backup and recovery procedures. This would include Business Recovery concerns and associated testing. • Accept ownership of all mainframe-based systems, including multiple z/OS sysplexes; • Keep supported systems current with the latest maintenance provided by IBM Maintain system reliability and ensure availability.
• Provide level 1 operational support for z/VM and zLinux systems. • Resolve any system-related problems that may arise in a timely and efficient manner.

Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.