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Reference Number:
SSP
Job Description:
CPSS seeks Senior Systems Programmer, CICS/MVS, (Z9 mainframe or higher) for NYC financial client. Reports to Team Lead Systems Programmer, with no supervisory responsibilities. Please submit resume in ms word format only to marcia@cottonstaffing.com with job code ?SSP?. (US citizen or GC holder). Mutual Fund or Brokerage background a plus!
BASIC OBJECTIVE (SUMMARY) OF POSITION
Responsible for administration of a Z9 mainframe or higher. In addition to the operating systems software including z/OS/MVS, CICS, VTAM, RACF, TSO/ISPF, system utilities, mainframe logical partitions (LPAR?s), and software development libraries (COBOL, JCL, PROC?s, PARM?s, copybooks).
Experience Level:
5+ Years
Requirements:
REQUIREMENTS
? Requires at least 10 years of direct hands-on experience performing OS/390 and z/OS systems programming maintenance/installation. MVS, JES2, CICS, RACF, RMM and other IBM and 3rd party vendor mainframe utility software.
? Knowledge of Websphere software a plus.
? Strong interpersonal skills, communication skills, and ability to work as a team member are essential.
? Aggressive problem diagnosis and creative problem solving skills in a complex fast paced environment.
? Must be Proactive in monitoring system performance and utilization.
? College degree required.
? Knowledge of mutual fund or brokerage business desirable.
? Certification may be required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
? Responsible for administration of the mainframe operating systems software including z/OS/MVS, Websphere, CICS, VTAM, RACF, TSO/ISPF, system utilities, mainframe logical partitions (LPAR?s), and software development libraries (COBOL, JCL, PROC?s, PARM?s, copybooks).
? Keeps software versions current and applies PTF?s and new releases as necessary to keep software under existing maintenance agreements.
? Performs system backups and recovery.
? Maintains data files and monitors system configuration to ensure data integrity. Supports new systems and existing applications developed in-house or those supplied by 3rd party vendors.
? Develops, plans, and implements the overall strategic goals of an organization's mainframe software infrastructure.
? Evaluates and recommends changes to current and future system software requirements to meet the organization's needs.
? Establishes and meets service level agreements with clients. Insures system performance, redundancy, and fault tolerance.
? Maintains current disaster recovery plan and participates in annual testing.
? Monitors and establishes procedures to maximize productivity and to minimize the occurrence of errors.
? Works with other internal departments to understand current and future projects to insure the systems programming infrastructure is able to meet the demands of future growth.
? In depth knowledge of project planning and management techniques, plus the ability to effectively communicate, both verbal and written, to staff and executive management.
? Recognized as technical leader and resource.
? Works well independently and with others with minimal supervision.
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