z/OS Systems Administrator (Information Systems Specialist 8)
About The Position
The z/OS Systems Administrator provides high-level technical and architectural support and systems programming for enterprise IBM z/OS operating systems and associated subsystems across Oregon state government. The position leads the design, installation, and optimization of complex IBM mainframe environments; troubleshoots critical service interruptions; and manages hardware capacity and vendor selections supporting essential state agency operations. Through advanced needs assessments and architectural planning, the role develops scalable business processes and resolves complex technical conflicts across multi-agency infrastructures. It also evaluates related software, determines compatibility, performs cost-benefit analyses, and recommends changes. The position is part of Enterprise Information Services (EIS), a statewide IT organization within the Department of Administrative Services. The position is hybrid, with an expected in-office schedule of one to two days per week. It is a full-time, permanent, SEIU-represented employee position. The role requires a valid driver's license or acceptable alternate transportation and obtaining and maintaining CJIS clearance.
Requirements
- Seven years of information systems experience in a shared services mainframe environment using z/OS systems and related software; or an associate's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field, or completion of a two-year accredited vocational training program in information technology or a closely related field, and five years of applicable information systems experience; or a bachelor's degree in a related field and three years of applicable information systems experience; or a master's degree in a related field and one year of applicable information systems experience.
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; applicants who require visa sponsorship will not be considered.
- Possess and maintain a valid driver's license issued by the state of residence or provide an acceptable alternate mode of transportation.
- Obtain and maintain CJIS clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced experience in z/OS systems programming.
- Skill configuring and supporting an HDS DASD environment, including HUR and ShadowImage replication, IBM Virtual Tape, HCF IODF creation and maintenance, and work in a multiple-LPAR Sysplexed environment.
- Skill in SMS/DMS, including coding and maintaining ACS routines, maintaining Storage Groups and other SMS constructs, and using DMS parameters and commands.
- Thorough knowledge of the z/OS operating system and related system components.
- Experience in a shared services mainframe environment.
- Advanced knowledge of CICS, DB2, IMS, and/or TCPIP, SMPE, HCD (IOCP and MVSCP gens), JES2, SDSF, SMS, operating system utilities, dumps, and traces.
- Demonstrated project management skills and experience.
- Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, peers, other agencies, and the public.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical, architectural, and systems programming support for enterprise IBM z/OS operating systems and associated subsystems.
- Lead the design, installation, and optimization of complex IBM mainframe environments.
- Troubleshoot critical service interruptions.
- Manage hardware capacity and vendor selections to support state agency operations.
- Conduct advanced needs assessments and architectural planning.
- Create scalable business processes and resolve high-level technical conflicts across multi-agency infrastructures.
- Evaluate related software and determine compatibility.
- Perform cost-benefit analyses and recommend changes.
Benefits
- Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for employees and families.
- Life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare; optional benefits are also available.
- Eleven holidays, three personal business days, monthly sick leave, and vacation leave that increases with years of service.
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility may be available.
- Hybrid work opportunity, with an expected one to two days per week in the office.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
