Subject Matter Expert (Mainframe System Programmer)

The Subject Matter Expert Mainframe System Programmer<\/b> provides senior -level technical leadership and specialized expertise supporting enterprise mainframe environments for complex, mission -critical systems. This role is responsible for defining system requirements, analyzing operational and technical challenges, and developing implementation strategies for mainframe infrastructure, storage, replication, disaster recovery, and system optimization initiatives.
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The Subject Matter Expert<\/b> will lead and support modernization, operational stability, and continuity planning for large -scale mainframe platforms, ensuring system reliability, scalability, and alignment with organizational and regulatory requirements.
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Key Responsibilities<\/span><\/b>
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• Define technical problems and develop detailed plans and requirements for moderately complex to highly complex mainframe systems
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• Provide subject matter expertise for enterprise IBM mainframe platforms, storage, and replication technologies<\/b>
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• Coordinate and manage technical analyses, evaluations, and recommendations for system enhancements and infrastructure initiatives
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• Lead operational support and maintenance activities for z/OS, DB2, and CICS environments<\/b>
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• Design, implement, and optimize DASD replication, backup, and recovery solutions<\/b>
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• Support disaster recovery, business continuity, and capacity optimization planning and execution
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• Develop technical specifications and guide the execution of mainframe -related initiatives
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• Analyze system performance, availability, and scalability, recommending improvements as needed
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• Collaborate with cross -functional technical teams to ensure system interoperability and operational resilience
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• Document system architectures, procedures, operational processes, and technical findings
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• Provide guidance on enterprise storage systems, tape systems, and data protection strategies
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  Requirements<\/h3>

  Minimum Qualifications<\/span><\/b>
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  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in:
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    • Computer Science
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    • Information Systems
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    • Engineering
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    • Business
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    • Or another related scientific or technical discipline<\/b>
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    • Minimum 7 years of general experience<\/b> in the Information Technology field
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    • At least 5 years of specialized experience<\/b> directly related to mainframe systems and the required area of expertise
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    • Demonstrated experience defining requirements, performing technical analyses, and developing plans for complex systems
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      Preferred Qualifications<\/span><\/b>
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      • 15 years<\/b> of experience supporting enterprise mainframe systems, including:
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        • IBM z16 2932 -A02 and above<\/b>
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        • DS8950 5341 -996 and above<\/b>
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        • TS7770 3948 -VED and above<\/b>
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        • 15 years<\/b> of experience operating and maintaining:
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          • z/OS version 2.5 and above<\/b>
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          • IBM DB2 version 12 and above<\/b>
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          • CICS Transaction Server version 6.0 and above<\/b>
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          • 10 years<\/b> of experience with DASD replication technologies, including:
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            • IBM Copy Services Manager version 6.3.15.0 and above<\/b>
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            • Implementation and management of Safeguard Copy<\/b>
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            • 10 years<\/b> of experience in:
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              • Disaster recovery planning and execution
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              • Business continuity management
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              • Capacity planning and system optimization
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              • 12+ years<\/b> of relevant industry experience supporting enterprise IT systems (Senior SME level)
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              • 10+ years<\/b> of advanced specialized technical experience directly related to mainframe systems programming and infrastructure
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              • Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a related technical discipline (preferred)
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