IBM z / OS Communications Programmer

IBM Z / OS Communications Programmer

DDC IT Services is seeking an individual to fill an IBM Z / OS Communications Programmer position. Active Secret Clearance is required for this position as well as an IAT I certificate.

Job Duties and Responsibilities :

Provide planning, which includes development of implementation and installation plans for IBM Mainframe projects. The implementation plan shall include : detailed steps and requirements to successfully implement OS's, software or hardware upgrades, or installations to IBM System z / OS mainframe platform. Provide timelines and milestones required for implementation or upgrade of the IBM mainframe platform to meet government established project deadlines.

Use required software tools, including IBM System Modification Program / extended (SMP / e), IBM system utilities (including IEBGENER (generalized copy utility), IEBCOPY (utility to copy, compress, merge partitioned data sets), IDCAMS (access method services), to create, populate, update and configure required datasets and parameter libraries and members to successfully implement software installations and upgrades on the IBM mainframe platform.

Create and deliver detailed installation / upgrade documentation, using government specified software and processes and formats. This documentation will include detailed dataset names, configuration parameters, and installation / upgrade procedures used to install / upgrade the IBM mainframe OS, software or hardware.

Use IBM SMP / e to successfully receive and apply z / OS software and other related software on an IBM Mainframe. This includes interpreting SMP / e output messages to resolve software installation issues and requirements, use SMP / e panels to manage software installation packages, define SMP / e required parameters to successfully install and maintain OS and associated software products.

Create, define and manage system and user catalogs on the IBM Mainframe platform. This includes using the appropriate catalog management utilities to create, update, merge and debug system and user catalogs.

Diagnose and resolve IBM z / OS system abends and abnormal operating environment problems using system logs, and other available logs and documents. This includes creating and interpreting system traces and dumps, job output, and monitoring tools.

Create, populate, secure and troubleshoot IBM z / OS USS (UNIX Systems Services) file systems and mount points. Manage the USS environment on an IBM z / OS mainframe platform.

Create / update and debug z / OS parameters using government processes and procedures and requirements (aka PARMLIB).

Plan, create and update accurate, detailed documentation for IBM z / OS mainframe platform software / hardware installation / upgrades.

Use IBM z / OS mainframe job processing to analyze and debug batch processing issues. This includes an understanding of dispatching priorities and IBM z / OS mainframe security products and standard IBM mainframe software integration.

Use IBM z / OS mainframe communications products, including Virtual Telecommunications Access Method (VTAM), Transmission Control Protocol / Internet Protocol (TCP / IP), and File Transfer Protocol (FTP).

Create, update, and debug Job Entry Subsystem (JES2) parameters and statements.

Use knowledge of storage management tools and techniques including Data Facility Hierarchical Storage Manager (DFHSM), IBM utility used for backup and recovery (ADRDSSU), Systems Managed Storage (SMS) and virtual tape systems to perform installation, upgrade and debugging of IBM z / OS platform issues.

Job Requirements (Education / Skills / Experience) :

IAT Level 1 : Must possess one of the following required certifications :

• A+ CE
• CCNA Security
• Network +CE
• SSCP

Clearance Required : Secret

Din Development Corporation (DDC) is a Navajo Nation owned family of companies that delivers IT, professional, and environmental solutions to advance the missions of federal, state, and tribal government agencies. As thought leaders and innovators, our team of specialists build client-centric solutions that solve critical challenges faced by defense, civilian, and healthcare organizations. Employing a mission-focused approach, we deliver value that not only enhances current operations, but also drives future change. Closely aligned with this approach is our commitment to advancing the Navajo Nation and its People. Through economic development and community empowerment, we elevate the Navajo Nation to provide lasting impact and sustainable growth for future generations. DDC's ability to unite legacy-inspired technologies, industry best practices, and proven methodologies has contributed to our success for twenty years.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation, or any other basis prohibited by law. We participate in E-Verify.