Description:

The position is for a highly skilled z/OS System Architect with IODF/IOCP skills.
Responsibilities include installing, configuring, upgrading, and maintaining the IBM z/OS operating system and associated system software such as SMP/E, JES2, RACF, and SMF.
A wider understanding of Production Control and Scheduling is required to drive the team, along with experience using IWS (TWS) and JOBTRAC tools.
The role demands a deep understanding of IBM Z architecture, workload management (WLM), performance tuning, and system-level debugging.
Expertise in z/OS version upgrades and z/OS MF is essential.
Candidates should have experience with VTS and hardware upgrades.
The position involves leading, mentoring, and managing a team of Mainframe Professionals, including system programmers, administrators, and production control staff.
Providing expert-level technical guidance on z/OS systems, Mainframe storage, networking, security, and automation is a key responsibility.
The role includes driving best practices in Mainframe system administration, software upgrades, capacity planning, and disaster recovery.
Leading root cause analysis and resolution of complex system issues and outages is also part of the job.

Requirements:

A diploma, graduate, or postgraduate degree is required for this position.
Candidates must possess extensive knowledge and experience with the IBM z/OS operating system and its associated software.
A strong understanding of Production Control and Scheduling is necessary to effectively lead the team.
Experience with IWS (TWS) and JOBTRAC tools is required.
Candidates should have a deep understanding of IBM Z architecture and workload management.
Expertise in performance tuning and system-level debugging is essential.
Experience with z/OS version upgrades and z/OS MF is mandatory.
Candidates must have experience with VTS and hardware upgrades.
Strong leadership and mentoring skills are required to manage a team of Mainframe Professionals.