z/OS Systems Programmer - Active Secret Clearance
MDAEdge · Annapolis, MD · 1 mo ago
On-siteInformation TechnologyFull-time
Core Requirements
- Clearance: Active Secret Clearance is required.
- Experience: 8+ years of hands-on experience as a z/OS Systems Programmer.
- Subsystems: Experience with one or more major subsystems (CICS, DB2, IMS, MQ).
- Operations: Experience managing Disaster Recovery (DR), backup/restore, and high-availability environments.
- Availability: Ability to work in a 24x7 mission-critical environment.
- Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of z/OS internals, JES2/JES3, WLM, and SMP/E.
- Proficiency with REXX, JCL, and standard mainframe utilities.
- Knowledge of TCP/IP, VTAM, and z/OS network configuration.
- Professional Skills: Strong diagnostic, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and documentation abilities. Collaborative team player with a focus on quality and reliability. Adaptability to learn emerging mainframe and automation technologies.
Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.
- Automation: Experience with z/OSMF, Ansible for z/OS, and modern automation frameworks.
- Security: Exposure to security tools (zSecure), RACF administration, and federal compliance frameworks (NIST, STIG, RMF).
- Infrastructure: Mainframe experience in Cloud, MFaaS (Mainframe as a Service), or hosting environments.