Mainframe Systems Programmer - EHRA

State of North Carolina

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The N.C. Department of Information Technology (NCDIT) serves as the Technology Center for the State of NC, providing technology services to 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 and to close the digital divide by expanding broadband services. This position is designated Statutory Exempt (EHRA) and is exempt from the State Human Resources Act. The position may be eligible for hybrid remote work but requires weekly onsite work. This is a REPOST, and previous applicants must reapply to be considered.

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 program products, 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.
Additional skills in IZPCA, Cognos, or SAS are 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 Department of Information Technology 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 DIT stakeholders.