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# Mainframe System Programmer / Storage Administrator

- **Company:** K-Tek Resourcing LLC
- **Location:** Plano, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** CLIST, Databases, IBM DB2, Disaster Recovery, Job Control Language (JCL), Rexx (Programming Language), Interactive System Productivity Facility (ISPF), Mainframes, Performance Tuning, Broadcom, Software Engineering, Z/OS
- **Published:** August 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/282e822d-e95f-4e62-8040-035d36b64bce

## About the Role

* 12+ years of experience as a Mainframe System Programmer in z/OS and ISV environments.
 * Strong expertise in SMP/E and Non-SMP/E installation of ISV products.
 * IBM and Broadcom software product installation and upgrades.
 * Expert-level DB2 and IMS database management and utilities.
 * DB2 V12 or later upgrade experience.
 * IMS V15.5 or later upgrade experience.
 * Strong JCL and IBM Utilities experience:
 + IEBGENER
 + IEBCOPY
 + AMASPZAP
 + DF/DSS
 * Strong ISPF/TSO knowledge.
 * Basic REXX/CLIST knowledge.
 * Experience creating upgrade, maintenance, and decommissioning project plans.
 * Strong understanding of disaster recovery, business continuity, and operational resilience., The ideal candidate is a senior Mainframe System Programmer who can operate independently in complex enterprise environments, lead DB2/IMS upgrades, manage ISV installations, troubleshoot production issues, coordinate cross-functional teams, and drive automation and operational improvements.

## Description

We are seeking an experienced Mainframe System Programmer / Storage Administrator with 12+ years of professional experience supporting z/OS, DB2, IMS, and ISV products. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in software installation and upgrades, DB2/IMS database management, SMP/E, IBM and Broadcom products, production support, disaster recovery, and operational resilience., * Install, upgrade, and maintain DB2 and IMS versions and associated software products.

 * Perform SMP/E and non-SMP/E installations of ISV products.
 * Configure DB2 and IMS subsystem parameters and optimize system performance.
 * Manage DB2 and IMS utilities and monitor database health and application objects.
 * Implement DB2/IMS security controls and coordinate application access with DBA teams.
 * Support SOX audits and compliance activities for database objects.
 * Lead service restoration and troubleshoot DB2 and associated software issues.
 * Maintain baseline operations for DB2 test and production environments.
 * Participate in disaster recovery exercises and improve business continuity and operational resilience.
 * Automate repetitive operational tasks to reduce manual intervention.
 * Coordinate database enhancements with application and system teams.
 * Develop project plans for upgrades, maintenance, and decommissioning activities.
 * Define project task lists, dependencies, prerequisites, and timelines for stakeholders.
 * Create technical roadmaps and communicate project status to delivery and customer teams.


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