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# Senior Mainframe Automation - OPS/MVS / System Automation / GDPS

- **Company:** M&T Bank
- **Location:** New York, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $97,100.0 - $161,800.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Configuration Management, Disaster Recovery, Middleware, IBM Parallel Sysplex, IBM System/360, Rexx (Programming Language), IBM Systems Network Architecture, Tivoli Management Framework, Job Entry Subsystem 2/3, Mainframes, MVS (OS), Performance Tuning, Broadcom, Ansible, Syslog, Systems Integration, Z/OS, Datadog, Scripting, Restful APIs, Multiplatform
- **Published:** November 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-mainframe-automation-ops-mvs-system-automation-gdps-new-york-ny--6b63ca6f-5d63-44df-8ab9-46dfeadfc986

## About the Role

Mainframe Computer, IBM MVS Operating System, Automation, Automation, IBM Systems, IBM MVS Operating System, Mainframe Computer, IBM z-OS Operating System, IBM Netview, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, * Combined minimum of 7 years' higher education and/or related work experience

 * Strong hands-on expertise in enterprise automation.
 * Broadcom OPS/MVS: rule development/tuning, automation frameworks, and use of newer product capabilities.
 * IBM System Automation (SA z/OS): policy configuration, resource automation, and operational integration.
 * GDPS: strong understanding and experience with GDPS automation (e.g., Metro/Global/XRC concepts as applicable).
 * NetView: monitoring/integration experience and operational troubleshooting.
 * Strong z/OS core knowledge: JES2/JES3 concepts (as applicable), SYSLOG/message handling, WTORs, system start/stop sequencing, and IPL procedures.
 * Strong scripting skills with REXX (advanced), and ability to build supportable automation solutions.
 * Demonstrated ability to work in high-availability production environments and lead incident/problem resolution.

Preferred / Desired Skills

 * 8-12+ years of Mainframe experience with
 * Watchtower / observability tooling experience.
 * Ansible playbook development for Mainframe automation.
 * OPS/MVS REST API integration (e.g., integrating automation workflows with external orchestration tools).
 * Experience modernizing automation processes and implementing standardization and documentation best practices.
 * Experience working in Agile delivery models.

Soft Skills & Competencies

 * Excellent communication and stakeholder management across technical and non-technical teams.
 * Strong ownership, accountability, and bias for action.
 * Ability to lead, mentor, and influence in a matrixed environment.
 * Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills; capable of managing multiple priorities.
 * Comfortable providing after-hours support during critical change windows (e.g., IPL weekends) when required.

## Description

We are seeking a Senior Mainframe Automation SME to lead and drive automation initiatives within the enterprise Mainframe environment. This role requires deep expertise in Broadcom OPS/MVS, IBM System Automation (SA z/OS), and GDPS, along with strong knowledge of z/OS core components, NetView, and IPL processes. The candidate will enhance automation maturity, improve resiliency, and support modernization efforts across the platform., * Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of Mainframe automation using OPS/MVS and System Automation.

 * Develop, enhance, and maintain automation for IPL (startup/shutdown) with a focus on stability, repeatability, and minimal manual intervention.
 * Support and improve Disaster Recovery (DR) processes, including GDPS workflows and recovery automation.
 * Partner with z/OS, Middleware, Application, Scheduling, and Infrastructure teams to align automation with operational and business requirements.
 * Drive phased IPL automation strategies to support controlled startup/shutdown during maintenance windows.
 * Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation and system issues across Production, Non-Prod, and Staging environments.
 * Create and maintain operational documentation, runbooks, and standards to ensure supportability and knowledge transfer.
 * Mentor junior engineers and promote knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
 * Participate in Agile ceremonies; contribute to backlog refinement, PI planning, and roadmap definition.