Mainframe Systems Programmer - EHRA

State of North Carolina•Wake, NC

1d•$87,617 - $131,426•Hybrid

About The Position

The N.C. Department of Information Technology (NCDIT) serves as the Technology Center for the State of NC. Services that NCDIT provides reach a client base of state and local government agencies, as well as schools, colleges and universities. NCDIT’s mission is to enable trusted business-driven solutions that meet the needs of North Carolinians. NCDIT provides technology services to state agencies and is charged with closing the digital divide by expanding availability of broadband services and promoting the adoption of affordable, high-speed internet. The position is designated Statutory Exempt (EHRA) and is exempt from the State Human Resources Act. This position may be eligible for hybrid remote work in accordance with state policy and the agency’s remote work program but does require weekly onsite work. This is a REPOST. Previous applicants Must Reapply to be considered. Are you ready to take the next step in your career? We currently have an opening for a Mainframe Systems Programmer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or an IT related field or a closely related field from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of progressive experience in systems software programming OR Associate degree in computer science or an IT related field or a closely related field from an appropriately accredited institution and five years of progressive experience in systems software programming; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Requires a fingerprint-based background search. Hires must agree to a fingerprint-based background search prior to being hired.

Nice To Haves

Experience in IBM z/OS and related subsystems such as CICS, IMS, HOD, MQ Series, and RACF, along with familiarity in Unix System Services, third‑party vendor tools in the mainframe ecosystem, and storage management
Experience ensuring proper protection of an installation’s data and resources, including identifying and securing mainframe resources, defining and managing user access, and implementing and maintaining security policies and procedures
Strong background in RACF administration, mainframe TCP/IP networking, z/OS performance tuning, and overall system configuration, with additional skills in IBM Z Performance and Capacity Analytics(IZPCA), Cognos, or SAS considered a plus

Responsibilities

Installing, configuring, and maintaining enterprise mainframe software products on z/OS in accordance with State standards, vendor guidelines, and established naming conventions
Planning, scheduling, and coordinating software upgrades and system changes with vendors, systems programmers, application teams, and NC Department of Information Technology (NCDIT) customers to ensure compatibility and minimize production impact
Implementing and administering mainframe security by configuring RACF (Resources Access Control Facility) rules, product‑specific security features, and related access interfaces in partnership with security and application teams
Monitoring and optimizing system software performance using specialized tools, applying tuning recommendations to improve efficiency and reliability, and advising clients on application adjustments when appropriate
Diagnosing and resolving complex system and application issues by investigating problem reports, collaborating with vendors on root‑cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions to restore service
Preparing and maintaining technical documentation, including system guides, change summaries, and technical bulletins, to clearly communicate updates, impacts, and required actions to NCDIT stakeholders.