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# z/OS Systems Administrator

- **Company:** TWO95 International, Inc
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Unix, Job Control Language (JCL), Rexx (Programming Language), Systems Architecture, Z/OS, Diagnostic Tools, Tso/ispf
- **Published:** August 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/5f8cd29d-e2a2-4b26-8bf1-1c75b3eaa1e6

## About the Role

* 10+ years of hands-on SMP/E experience in enterprise IBM z/OS environments.
 * 10+ years of hands-on REXX scripting experience, including development of automation for systems administration and operational tasks.
 * Strong hands-on experience with IBM z/OSMF (z/OS Management Facility).
 * Extensive experience administering and supporting IBM z/OS in large enterprise environments.
 * Strong knowledge of z/OS system architecture, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
 * Experience installing and maintaining IBM and third-party mainframe software.
 * Extensive experience applying PTFs, APARs, maintenance packages, and software upgrades using SMP/E.
 * Strong understanding of SMP/E CSI structures, zones, SYSMOD processing, HOLDDATA, RECEIVE, APPLY, ACCEPT, and RESTORE processes.
 * Strong knowledge of JCL, TSO/ISPF, UNIX System Services (USS), and z/OS utilities.
 * Ability to diagnose complex system problems using z/OS logs, dumps, system messages, and diagnostic tools.
 * Strong understanding of mainframe change-management and production-control processes.
 * Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.
 * Ability to work independently and take ownership of complex technical issues.



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