Qureos Mentor

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 Job Responsibilities
 
 
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 Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain DB2 for z/OS including daily DBA tasks and utilities; ensure availability and performance in DB2 Data Sharing environments.
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 Install, upgrade, and administer CICS/TS for z/OS, including managing and optimizing CICSPlex System Manager.
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 Perform installation, customization, and upgrades of system software products on z/OS, such as OMEGAMON, DB2 Admin Tools, and related utilities.
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 Manage system maintenance using SMP/E, including receiving, applying, and verifying Program Temporary Fixes (PTFs).
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 Monitor and tune system and application performance, working closely with system administrators to optimize hardware and software configurations.
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 Provide expert-level technical support for DB2, CICS, and application issues, guiding application developers and operators in problem resolution.
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 Diagnose and resolve complex problems under time and resource constraints, including reviewing and correcting COBOL programs and JCL jobs when necessary.
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 Lead and deliver System z projects from planning through implementation, ensuring timely and successful outcomes.
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 Implement strategies to enhance system availability, resilience, and reliability.
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 Collaborate effectively with management, vendors, peers, and end-users to communicate solutions, risks, and recommendations.
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 Research, evaluate, and implement new technologies, tools, and methodologies to improve system performance and efficiency.
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 Schedule, coordinate, and control workloads and activities to align with changing business requirements.
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 Qualifications &amp; Education Requirements
 
 
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 Education
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in
 
 Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering
 
 , or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
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 Technical Expertise
 
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 Proven hands-on experience with
 
 DB2 for z/OS
 
 installation, upgrades, and administration (including
 
 DB2 Data Sharing
 
 ).
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 Strong knowledge and hands-on administration of
 
 CICS/TS for z/OS
 
 and
 
 CICSPlex System Manager
 
 .
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 Experience with installation and maintenance of z/OS system software (e.g.,
 
 OMEGAMON, DB2 Admin Tools
 
 , and related utilities).
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 In-depth experience using
 
 SMP/E
 
 for applying and managing PTFs and software maintenance.
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 Proficiency in
 
 performance monitoring, tuning, and optimization
 
 of z/OS systems, DB2, and CICS.
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 Strong
 
 COBOL programming and analysis
 
 skills, with ability to review and correct JCL and source code.
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 Professional Skills
 
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 Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve complex technical issues under time and resource constraints.
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 Strong project management skills, with the ability to
 
 plan, implement, and deliver System z projects
 
 on schedule.
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 Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with management, peers, vendors, and end-users.
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 Ability to prioritize workloads and adapt to changing business needs.
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 Preferred
 
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 IBM certifications in
 
 DB2 for z/OS
 
 ,
 
 CICS/TS
 
 , or
 
 z/OS System Programming
 
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 Experience with high-availability solutions and implementing
 
 best practices for system availability and resilience
 
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 Core Competencies
 
 
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 Mainframe Systems Expertise
 
 &ndash; Deep knowledge of IBM z/OS architecture, DB2, and CICS/TS environments.
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 DB2 Administration
 
 &ndash; Installation, upgrade, data sharing, utilities, and performance optimization.
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 CICS/TS &amp; CICSPlex
 
 &ndash; Administration, configuration, workload management, and troubleshooting.
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 System Software Management
 
 &ndash; Installation and maintenance of OMEGAMON, DB2 Admin Tools, and other z/OS products.
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 SMP/E Proficiency
 
 &ndash; Applying, receiving, and managing Program Temporary Fixes (PTFs).
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 Performance Tuning
 
 &ndash; Monitoring and optimizing system, database, and transaction performance.
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 Problem Solving &amp; Troubleshooting
 
 &ndash; Diagnosing complex technical issues and providing timely resolutions.
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 Programming Skills
 
 &ndash; Strong COBOL programming and JCL analysis for debugging and optimization.
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 Project Delivery
 
 &ndash; Planning, scheduling, and implementing large-scale System z projects.
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 Availability &amp; Resilience
 
 &ndash; Implementing strategies to improve system uptime and reliability.
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 Collaboration &amp; Communication
 
 &ndash; Working effectively with developers, operators, management, and vendors.
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 Analytical &amp; Research Skills
 
 &ndash; Ability to analyze problems, evaluate solutions, and adopt new technologies.
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z/OS System Programmer (DB2 & CICS Specialist)

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z/OS System Programmer (DB2 & CICS Specialist)