Automation Skill Profile- Mainframe Automation Engineer

Location: Remote

Duration: Ongoing Contract

Duties:

• Support mainframe automation initiatives within a z/OS environment, including operational support, service delivery, consulting, and automation engineering.
• Design, implement, maintain, and troubleshoot automation solutions using IBM NetView for z/OS and IBM System Automation for z/OS.
• Participate in z/OS Automation Migration Projects, including migration from CA-OPSMVS to IBM Tivoli System Automation for z/OS.
• Support the migration from CA-Automation Point to IBM Systems Automation for Integrated Operations Management.
• Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot REXX automation scripts and System Automation Policy Database (PDB) definitions.
• Configure and manage automated z/OS system startup, shutdown, recovery, and operational processes.
• Use TSO and ISPF to perform system administration, configuration, troubleshooting, and operational activities.
• Develop and maintain JCL for automation, system operations, and batch processing requirements.
• Analyze automation requirements and recommend solutions that improve system availability, operational efficiency, and resiliency.
• Assist with the implementation and testing of fully automated IBM Z system configurations.
• Troubleshoot automation-related incidents and collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to resolve complex technical issues.
• Document automation configurations, procedures, migration activities, and operational processes.
• Expand automation capabilities across additional IBM Z software and competing automation products as required.

Skills:

• IBM NetView for z/OS
• IBM System Automation for z/OS
• z/OS automation and systems operations
• TSO and ISPF
• JCL
• REXX
• System Automation Policy Database (PDB)
• z/OS system startup and shutdown
• Mainframe automation and operational support
• Automation migration and implementation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to troubleshoot complex mainframe automation issues
• Knowledge of IBM Z systems, configuration, and operational processes

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience working in a mainframe operations environment in an operational, service, consulting, or technical support role.
• Demonstrated experience implementing and using NetView for z/OS and System Automation for z/OS.
• Experience writing REXX and working with the System Automation Policy Database (PDB).
• Experience with z/OS Automation Migration Projects.
• Strong hands- on experience with TSO, ISPF, and JCL.
• Experience supporting z/OS system startup and shutdown procedures and automated system configurations.
• Knowledge of other z/OS software, including system operation, configuration, automation, and SMP/E.
• Knowledge of products that compete with IBM mainframe automation solutions is preferred.
• Experience with fully automated system configurations on IBM Z is preferred.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with technical teams and stakeholders.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent education and relevant professional experience may be considered.

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $95.00 to $115.00/hour. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered.

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