z/OS Systems Administrator (Information Systems Specialist 8)
About The Position
The z/OS Systems Administrator provides the highest levels of technical and architectural support and systems programming in enterprise IBM Z-OS operating systems and associated subsystems on a statewide level for Enterprise Information Services. The z/OS Systems Administrator leads the design, installation, and optimization of complex IBM Mainframe environments, provides expert-level troubleshooting for critical service interruptions while managing hardware capacity and vendor selections to support essential state agency operations. By performing advanced needs assessments and architectural planning, this position creates scalable business processes and resolves high-level technical conflicts across multi-agency infrastructures. The z/OS Systems Administrator also evaluates related software, determines compatibility, performs cost/benefit analyses, and recommends changes.
Requirements
- Seven (7) 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 closely related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or closely related field; AND 5 years of information systems experience in: a shared services mainframe environment using z/OS systems and related software; OR A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or closely related field AND three (3) years of information systems experience in: a shared services mainframe environment using z/OS systems and related software; OR Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or closely related field AND one (1) year of information systems experience in: a shared services mainframe environment using z/OS systems and related software
Nice To Haves
- Advanced experience in z/OS systems programming.
- Demonstrated skill in configuration and support of an HDS DASD environment including HUR and ShadowImage replication, IBM Virtual Tape, HCF IODF creation and maintenance, working in a multiple LPAR Sysplexed environment.
- Demonstrated skill in SMS/DMS including coding and maintenance of ACS routines; maintenance of Storage Groups and other SMS constructs; DMS parameters and commands.
- Thorough knowledge of z/OS operating system and related system components.
- Experience in a shared services mainframe environment.
- Advanced knowledge in 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.
- Proven ability and skill to clearly explain complex/technical concepts in terms that are understandable for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, peers and other agencies and the public.
Responsibilities
- Provides the highest levels of technical and architectural support and systems programming in enterprise IBM Z-OS operating systems and associated subsystems on a statewide level for Enterprise Information Services.
- Leads the design, installation, and optimization of complex IBM Mainframe environments.
- Provides expert-level troubleshooting for critical service interruptions.
- Manages hardware capacity and vendor selections to support essential state agency operations.
- Performs advanced needs assessments and architectural planning to create scalable business processes.
- Resolves high-level technical conflicts across multi-agency infrastructures.
- Evaluates related software, determines compatibility, performs cost/benefit analyses, and recommends changes.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family.
- Additional benefits include life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare.
- Optional benefits including life insurance, disability, FSA, and more
- Generous Paid Time Off: 11 holidays, 3 personal business days, monthly sick leave and vacation leave that increases with years of service.
- Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
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- Public Service Loan Forgiveness: You may qualify for the PSLF program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
