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z/OS System Programmer

Pyramid Consulting, Inc Dallas, TX (Onsite) Seasonal / Temp
Immediate need for a talented z/OS Systems Programmer This is a 12 Months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Dallas, TX (Hybrid). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.
 
Job Diva ID: 25-95149

Pay Range: $58 - $60/hour.  Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

Key Responsibilities
  • Installation & Configuration: Set up and configure z/OS, subsystems (JES, CICS), and related software/hardware.
  • Maintenance & Upgrades: Apply PTFs (Program Temporary Fixes), service packs, and perform system upgrades (RSU maintenance).
  • Performance Tuning: Monitor, analyze, and tune system parameters for optimal performance, throughput, and resource utilization.
  • Problem Resolution: Diagnose, isolate, and resolve complex software and hardware issues (Tier 2/3 support).
  • Security & Automation: Implement security policies, manage privileges, and automate operations using tools like REXX.
  • Disaster Recovery: Plan and execute disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity procedures.
  • Capacity Planning: Monitor system capacity and plan for future growth.
  • Vendor Management: Work with vendors to evaluate, implement, and support new products.
  • Documentation & Support: Create technical documentation and support other teams (operators, application developers).

Key Requirements and Technology Experience: 

  • Key Skills; z/OS, Systems Programming, Rexx
  • Expertise in performing SMP/E and Non-SMPE Installation of ISV products.
  • Expertise in IBM and Broadcom Software product installation and Upgrades.
  • Mastery of z/OS system commands, utilities, and automation tools.
  • Operating system z/OS V2.5 upgrades or later with z/OSMF workflow execution.
  • IODF, HCD Skillset to add new devices.
  • Sysplex and config management (good to have).
  • Fluent in JCL and IBM Utilities (IEBGENER/IEBCOPY/AMASPZAP/DFDSS).
  • ISPF/TSO and other basics.
  • Basic knowledge of REXX/CLIST.
  • Designing a project plan (upgrades, maintenance, decom) with a task list for all stakeholders and communicating the timelines with the delivery and customer.
  • Formulate roadmaps with all prerequisites to achieve project completion.
Our client is a leading IT Industry , and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration
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Job Snapshot

Employee Type

Seasonal / Temp

Location

Dallas, TX (Onsite)

Job Type

Information Technology

Experience

Not Specified

Date Posted

12/12/2025

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