Title: Mainframe Enterprise Architect (zOS) @ REMOTE.
Terms of Hire: Full Time.
Location: Dallas, TX, US Denver, CO, US Minneapolis, MN, US Phoenix, AZ, US Rochester, NY, US United, PA, US OR Remote Job description: Mainframe Enterprise Architect (zOS) Extremely familiar with IBM z/OS operating system (OS 2.2, 2.3, 2.4,2.6) Strong Experience on z/OS Datacenter Migration 10+ years hands on Mainframe Architecture knowledge and building new environment Experience in Coordinating with multiples Vendors and application teams to complete the upgrades Deep expertise on mainframe configuration and performance of DASD, VTL, TCP/IP, z14/15 hardware, coupling facilities. NTP time sources, etc. Addressing Technical Show-stoppers during Datacenter Migration Strong Network architecture understanding and integration to external systems (FTP, SFTP, MQ, Web services) Business knowledge and Application understanding Knowledge on z/OS Data Replication Strategy Experience in mainframe LPAR builds, cloning, Extensive Knowledge z/OS Mainframe configuration and setup Work Experience with other open systems architecture Experience with Microsoft Project, executive communication, project progress/status expectations, and reviewing deliverables Migration details sharing which includes server hardware, software, and operating systems data gathering Experience Data center migration projects Experience in leading mainframe upgrade projects from design to implementation Evaluate and review new mainframe, storage, network physical and logical design requirements and correlate with the recommendations provided by architects/vendors and address any gaps, when necessary Review and certify the proposed project timelines and estimates, milestones and deliverables out of the assessment phase Capture risk and gather the mitigation plan Technology discussions about installations, upgrades, and maintenance Coordinating the testing, troubleshooting, and modifying information systems so that they operate effectively Generate, publish and communicate Project progress Assuring all IT activities are performed within the parameters of applicable compliance, codes, and regulations. Assist in writing the DR steps from storage replication process , IPL and proper sequencing for DR the Evaluating technology risks in order to develop a disaster recovery process and testing Validate the archival or decommission plan existing mainframe Reviewer for technical scope in contract with client and subcontractor Mandatory Skills: Technical Skills – z/OS, Parallel Sysplex, SMPE, RMF, SMF, WLM, Understanding of System z architecture, zOSMF You Will Enjoy: An opportunity to be a part of a great culture, an awesome team, a challenging work environment, and some fun along the way! Apply today to learn more and be part of our Growth story. All applications will be kept strictly confidential and once shortlisted, our team will be in touch with you for further discussions.
