EDI Staffing, an EDI Specialists Company · 4 days ago
Remote Senior z/OS Operating System Engineer (z/OS, RACF)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expEDI Staffing, an EDI Specialists Company, is seeking a highly experienced z/OS Operating System Engineer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in designing, deploying, maintaining, and optimizing the z/OS platform and will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the performance, reliability, and security of the mainframe platform.
ConsultingHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Design, configure, and maintain mainframe operating environments, including z/OS, JES2, and z/VM to meet business needs and performance objectives
Implement and maintain mainframe security measures, including RACF (Resource Access Control Facility), access controls, encryption, and compliance with regulatory requirements
Lead mainframe operating system projects and initiatives, such as upgrades, maintenance, system enhancements and operational support from conception to implementation
Collaborate closely with solutions development, infrastructure, architecture, and managed services teams to understand system requirements and provide effective solutions
Optimize mainframe operating system performance, capacity, and resource utilization through proactive monitoring, tuning, and capacity planning
Troubleshoot and resolve complex mainframe operating system issues, collaborating with internal teams, managed services providers, and vendors to ensure timely resolution
Develop and maintain documentation, including system configurations, procedures, and best practices, to facilitate knowledge sharing and compliance with organizational standards
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement within the IT organization
Stay up to date with new technologies, trends, and best practices in mainframe systems, and proactively recommend and implement relevant updates and improvements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related experience
Extensive experience (10+ years) in designing, implementing, and maintaining the mainframe computing platform including Parallel Sysplex, z/OS, JES2, and z/VM
Strong knowledge of mainframe security concepts and tools, including RACF (Resource Access Control Facility) and access controls
Demonstrated ability to design, build, and support Parallel Sysplex application enablement
Experience providing technical leadership for managed service providers and offshore support teams
Proficiency in mainframe performance monitoring, tuning, and optimization using tools like SMF, RMF, BMC AMI OPS, and IBM Intellimagic Vision
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot and analyze complex issues
Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Proven leadership abilities, including experience leading technical projects and mentoring junior team members
Preferred
Certifications in relevant technologies are a plus
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Willingness to stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends
Availability for occasional off-hours support as needed
Company
EDI Staffing, an EDI Specialists Company
EDI Staffing is a staffing and recruiting company that provides consultancy and placement services.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Joseph Gilbody
President/CEO
Manuel DaRosa. CPA
CFO
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