Z/OS Systems Admin

Immediate need for a talented Z/OS Systems Admin. This is a 06 Months Contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Poughkeepsie, NY (Remote). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.Job ID:26-08827Pay Range: $45 - $47/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location). Key Responsibilities:Oversees the installation, upgrade, configuration, monitoring, and maintenance of the Z/OS operating system.Maintains knowledge of all Z/OS utilities and tools (HCD, SMP/E, RACF, TCP/IP, SMTP, FTP, DFDSS, DSF, SMS, Infoprint, TLS, VTAM) Maintains knowledge of SERVER pack installs and upgrades. Maintains knowledge of TSO/JCL and all ISPF functionalities Assists Mainframe programmers when needed (log on issues, dataset issues, Job abends) Provides elevated Mainframe access to new Programmers, Contractors & Computer Operators for TSO, RACF & ZekeMaintains knowledge of Hardware configuration via (HMC, DS8910, and Luminex VTL tape subsystems)Maintains knowledge of OEM products including (OPS/MVS (alerts), Zeke job scheduler, Zara tape managementHolds a high degree of ability to resolve hardware/software issues to maintain 24x7 operation.Strong capability to identify system or process deficiencies and recommend solutions.Ensures the latest release of applications are implemented in a timely manner with minimal or no disruption to IT operations.Maintains and provides continuous improvement of the processes, standards, policies, working methods, and tools.Ensures appropriate tools and processes are in place to have a development/production environment that is reliable and reproducible.Ensures tool configuration consistency across development, stage, testing, sandbox, and production environments.Estimates work effort requirements efficiently and appropriately Participates in ongoing production support and end user support.Provides user training and documentation, updating existing and created new documents, both technical and end-userReviews and make necessary changes to the Information Systems Division Disaster Recovery Support Manual annually.On Call 24 x 7 rotation with the other Mainframe Analysts to provide 24 x 7 coverageDemonstrates strong interpersonal and customer service skills to facilitate collaborative task/project delivery.Collaborates with all stakeholders within the project and program team to ensure delivery of quality technical solutions.Key Requirements and Technology Experience:Must have skills: Z/OS, Administration, ServerNote that the communication for this role needs to be excellent as it’s a client facing role. Additionally, Client would require you to share a video screening recording– Max 5 min would suffice.Our client is a leading IT Industry, and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration.Pyramid Consulting, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.By applying to our jobs you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Pyramid Consulting, Inc. and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here.