Mainframe System Automation Migration Engineer

Job Title: Mainframe System Automation Migration Engineer


Location: Remote


Position Type: Contract / Full-time


Duration: 6 / 12 Month


Work Type: Remote


Rate: Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.



Job Description:

Role and responsibilities:


We are seeking an experienced Senior Mainframe Automation Engineer to lead the migration and optimization of mainframe automation solutions.
This role focuses on transitioning from CA OPS/MVS to IBM Tivoli Systems Automation for z/OS and from CA Automation Point to IBM Systems Automation for Integrated Operations Management (SAIOM).
The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring operational efficiency, system availability, and seamless automation processes within a complex z/OS environment.


You will collaborate closely with the Automation team to implement policy-based automation solutions, reduce administrative overhead, and enhance system responsiveness.
This position does not impact application development but will significantly influence automation strategies and operations.

Key Responsibilities


- Lead Migration projects from CA OPS/MVS to IBM Tivoli Systems Automation for z/OS and CA Automation Point to IBM SAIOM.


- Configure and implement IBM Systems Automation solutions, including policy-based automation for z/OS environments.


- Develop and maintain automation rules, REXX execs, and System Automation Policy Database (PDB) configurations.


- Provide installation and configuration assistance for IBM automation products.


- Collaborate with operations teams to optimize system startup, shutdown, and recovery processes.


- Ensure high availability and efficiency of critical systems through proactive automation strategies.


- Document processes, configurations, and migration steps; deliver clear communication to stakeholders.


- Troubleshoot and resolve automation-related issues in production environments.

Mandatory skills:
• Mainframe Operations Expertise: Minimum 5+ years in a mainframe operations environment in an operational, service, consultancy, or support role.
• IBM Tivoli Systems Automation for z/OS: Advanced knowledge and hands-on experience.
• CA OPSMVS - Advanced
• TSO and ISPF: Proficient in using these tools for system management.
• JCL: Strong skills in Job Control Language.
• REXX Programming: Ability to write and maintain REXX scripts.
• System Automation Policy Database (PDB): Working knowledge required.
• Migration Experience: Proven track record in z/OS automation migration projects.
• NetView for z/OS: Experience in implementing and using this product.
• Rexx scripting - Advanced

Optional skills:


• Knowledge of other IBM Z software, including system operation, configuration, and automation.
• Familiarity with z/OS system startup and shutdown processes.
• Experience with SMP/E for software installation and maintenance.
• Understanding of competing automation products in the mainframe space.
• Expertise in fully automated system configurations on IBM Z.


ABOUT Ztek:


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Ztek Consulting Inc is a minority- and woman-owned business enterprise that leverages a unique blend of human talent, machine learning algorithms, and artificial intelligence to provide customized talent management solutions for clients. Ztek's diversity-focused hiring models have proven successful, particularly in hiring veterans. The company's veteran-focused hiring and deployment program, Z-V.E.T, matches skilled veterans with clients' needs in various areas.


Disclaimer:


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