FW: Mainframe z/OS Systems Programmer | Remote

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Position: Software Engineer 2

Location: Remote

Duration: 6 Months

Client: Railroad Commission of Texas - 4552627760

 

Short Summary

This is a senior-level Mainframe z/OS Systems Programmer role. The candidate will be the subject matter expert (SME) for mainframe operations at RRC. They will manage, support, upgrade, secure, and troubleshoot the z/OS environment, including CICS, IMS, JES2, OMVS, SMS, security (Top Secret), and performance monitoring.

This is not an applications developer role—it is a pure mainframe systems programming & administration role.

 

Key Responsibilities

1. Mainframe System Administration

  • Serve as the primary subject matter expert for z/OS operating systems and system components.
  • Install, configure, maintain, and test releases or upgrades for z/OS, network components, and related software.
  • Provide break/fix support, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and platform issue diagnostics.
  • Support routine system administration: performance monitoring, security monitoring, and system maintenance.
  • Provide end-user support for assigned ISV products such as BlueZone.
  • Provide primary administration and end-user support for SCLM.

2. Mainframe Operations & Coordination

  • Support mainframe data entry, control work processes, and day-to-day operations within Texas DCS (Consolidated Data Center Services).
  • Coordinate with Application Development, Network Administration, and Customer Support teams to ensure daily operational stability.
  • Provide support for mainframe Production Control jobs and monthly Job Scheduling tasks.
  • Act as technical lead or team member on projects impacting z/OS platform.

3. Performance & Capacity Management

  • Identify, analyze, and resolve performance issues.
  • Provide recommendations for capacity planning, system tuning, and workload optimization.
  • Manage system-wide performance using RMF, SMF, WLM.
  • Provide recommendations for system parameters and system libraries management.

4. Security & Access Management

  • Support and administer TSS (Top Secret Security) for user provisioning and access control.
  • Manage TLS, SSL, certificates, RSA keys, SFTP, FTPS configurations.

5. CICS, IMS & Job Scheduling

  • Provide primary administrative support for CICS® and IMS™ environments.
  • Support and maintain JOBTRAC (automated job scheduling).
  • Provide assistance for CPM for JOBTRAC.

6. Integration, Testing & Tools Support

  • Support integration testing of new products and compatibility with existing applications.
  • Support VTAM Session Manager Software (VTAM/SWITCH).
  • Provide guidance and support for toolsets including SMP/E, VSAM, JCL, TSO, GRS.

7. Optional/Preferred Data Integration

  • Experience with Informatica PowerExchange Administration for Change Data Capture (CDC) using IMS and VSAM is a strong plus.

 

Required Qualifications

Experience

Requirement

5 years

z/OS Systems Programming

5 years

JES2, z/OS UNIX System Services (OMVS), Storage Management Subsystem (SMS)

3 years

TSS (Top Secret Security)

3 years

Performance monitoring & initial performance analysis

2 years

REXX

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • 3+ years – Informatica PowerExchange Administration
  • 3+ years – Working knowledge of z/OS Operations
  • 3+ years – z/OS Networking (VTAM, TCP/IP)
  • 3+ years – JOBTRAC, BlueZone, VTAM/SWITCH
  • 3+ years – SMP/E, RMF, SMF, WLM, JCL
  • 3+ years – GRS, VSAM, TSO
  • 3+ years – TLS/SSL configuration
  • 3+ years – SCLM administration
  • 3+ years – CPM for JOBTRAC

 

Work Environment & Hours

  • Work is 100% remote (telework).
  • Normal hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CT (excluding state holidays).
  • Candidate may be required to work after hours, weekends, or holidays (pre-approval required).
  • Overtime is paid at the same hourly rate and must be pre-approved.

 

Equipment Requirements

Candidate must provide:

  • A desktop/laptop capable of connecting via GoToMyPC (or similar).
  • Headset if needed.

RRC may provide equipment in certain cases; all equipment must be returned upon contract completion.

 

Contract Terms

  • Contract Start: 12/15/2025
  • Contract End: 08/31/2026
  • Total hours: Up to 825
  • Possible renewals: up to 3 years (1-year each)
  • All background checks required by Texas law must be passed.
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