Mainframe Systems Engineer

Regions Bank•Birmingham, AL

49d•Remote

About The Position

At Regions, the Mainframe Systems Engineer installs and maintains mainframe operating systems ensuring the stability, performance and security of our mainframe environment while driving innovation and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field and six (6) years of mainframe infrastructure technical software and hardware analysis, programming, and installation experience
Or, a High School Diploma or GED with ten (10) years of experience of mainframe infrastructure technical software and hardware analysis, programming, and installation
Experience in installation and support of Mainframe system products including ZOS, CICS, MQ, DB2, Storage, Automation, ZLINUX or Networking
Experience in problem determination, installation and support of mainframe products, disaster recovery experience and knowledge, and performance and tuning experience
Experience in opening, managing, solving, and closing problems with vendor support centers
Ability to work in a team environment when applicable
Ability to work under limited guidance
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Excellent problem solving and trouble shooting skills
Strong communication and collaboration abilities
Strong understanding of mainframe hardware
This position is currently offsite; however associate must be within a reasonable driving distance to Birmingham AL, Atlanta GA, or Charlotte NC.
Associates will work from their home primarily.
They may be expected to go on site for meetings or other events as needed
Regions will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position at this time.
Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

Evaluates system specifications, input/output processes, and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility
Troubleshoots and resolves complex technical issues related to mainframe systems and applications
Administers, configures, and maintains mainframe systems, including hardware, operating systems, and software components
Maintains operational effectiveness and efficiency by monitoring, evaluating, and adjusting mainframe operating systems
Maintains quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards
Maintains installation records by documenting system configurations, procedures, and best practices
Resolves problems by determining cause, providing technical assistance to applications and other support staff
Develops and implements backup and disaster recovery strategies to ensure business continuity
Covers on call 24x7 on a rotating basis for problem resolution and SEV1 incidents