Mainframe Systems Programmer

Our client, a leading government technology service provider is in need of a Mainframe Systems Programmer on a 6 month contract to hire. The Mainframe Systems Programmer will work remotely, and will be responsible for planning, installing, configuring, customizing, and maintaining the IBM z/OS operating system and associated features (e.g., TSO/E, ISPF/PDF, JES2, SDSF) in a multi-LPAR, multi-site environment. Responsibilities include managing, maintaining, and upgrading IBM program products and ISV software, as well as providing after-hours on-call support for issue resolution and configuration changes. Required Skills: 9 years of programming experience with a Bachelor's degree in Math, Computer Science, or Information Systems from an accredited institution, or 2 years of applied experience without a degree Strong internal knowledge of IBM z/OS 2.2 or later Proficiency in IBM z/OS installation tools, including SMP/E, z/OSMF, PDO, and more Hands-on experience with UNIX System Services in a z/OS environment Familiarity with hardware configuration tools such as HCD and IODF US Citizen and ability to obtain a Public Trust Preferred Skills: Familiarity with z/OS Security product CA Topsecret Knowledge of other IBM products such as CICS and DB2