Mainframe Senior z\OS Administrator ISA II

Springfield, IL
Full Time
Information Technology
Senior Manager/Supervisor
Office of the Illinois Secretary of State
Alexi Giannoulias

Job Title:    Mainframe Senior z/OS Administrator (ISA II)
Division:      Systems and Programming
Union:         IFT
Location:    501 S Second St, Springfield, IL – Sangamon County (On-Site)

Salary:        $12,500.00 monthly          

Overview: 

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Z/OS Systems Programmer. The ideal candidate will be fluent in Z/OS administration, storage management, and hardware management. As a Senior Z/OS Systems Programmer, you will be responsible for the maintenance, optimization, and security of our Z/OS mainframe system.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Z/OS Administration:  Manage and administer Z/OS operating systems, ensuring their smooth and efficient operation. This includes system installation, configuration, performance tuning, and troubleshooting;
  • Storage Management:  Oversee storage allocation, management, and optimization on Z/OS platforms. Monitor storage usage, perform capacity planning, and implement backup and recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and availability;
  • Hardware Management:  Manage and maintain Z/OS hardware infrastructure, including mainframes, storage devices, and peripheral equipment. Coordinate hardware upgrades, replacements, and repairs as necessary;
  • System Security:  Implement and maintain robust security measures to protect Z/OS systems from unauthorized access, data breaches, and cyber threats. Ensure compliance with relevant security standards and regulations;
  • Performance Optimization:  Monitor system performance and resource utilization, identifying areas for improvement and implementing optimization strategies to enhance system efficiency and reliability;
  • Perform as TCPIP / Networking administrator for all aspects of Z system communications and networking;
  • Perform as a Z/vm administrator, performing installation and maintenance of operating system, building and administering virtual Linux severs that run under the Z/vm operating system;
  • Documentation and Training:  Maintain accurate documentation of system configurations, procedures, and policies
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Knowledge and Skills:
  • In-depth knowledge of Z/OS operating system internals, utilities, and subsystems.
  • Proficiency in storage management concepts and technologies, including DASD, DFSMS, and tape management systems.
  • Strong understanding of Z/OS hardware architecture, including IBM mainframes and peripheral devices.
  • Experience with system performance monitoring and tuning tools, such as RMF and WLM.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Z/OS admin would likely have knowledge in JES2, WLM, SMF, ICSF, DFSMS, ISPF, TSO, 3270, TCPIP, SMPE ISH, and OMVS.
  • Third Party Software maintained by our admins are:  Syspertec Virtel – Browser based 3270 emulator, Rocket TMON – Monitoring tool and Chicago Soft QuickRef – Referencing tool.
  • IBM Software: Tivoli Workload Schedular, Fault Analyzer, File Manager, zSecure, DB2 Tools, and zLinux
Education and Work Experience:

A preferred candidate will possess knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college, with coursework in the computer science field AND ten (10) plus years of experience as a Z/OS admin/systems programmer in a large-scale enterprise.

Application Process: 
  • Please visit https://ilsos.applytojob.gov/apply to apply by completing the online application; you may also upload a resume, or other attachments as needed.
  • Preference will be given to Illinois residents in the hiring and selection process, in accordance with the Illinois Secretary of State Merit Employment Code.
  • Questions regarding this posting or Illinois Secretary of State employment practices may be directed to Job Counselors at our Personnel offices in Chicago (312-793-5515) or Springfield (217-782-4783).  
 
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Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital or veteran status, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or disability.
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