We are seeking an experienced z/OS Senior Administrator with deep expertise in IBM System Automation (SA for z/OS) and NetView to support and enhance a large-scale enterprise mainframe environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and optimizing automation and monitoring solutions across multiple sysplexes and LPARs. This role requires a proactive, self-motivated professional who can analyze complex environments, develop automated solutions, and collaborate effectively with global teams and vendors.
In this role, you will:
· Administer, configure, and support IBM System Automation (SA for z/OS) and NetView in a large enterprise environment.
· Analyze system environments, identify operational challenges, and develop automated solutions to improve efficiency and reliability.
· Design, develop, maintain, and document automation solutions using PIPEs, REXX, and Assembler.
· Standardize automation processes across multiple data centers and environments, currently supporting approximately 20 sysplexes and 65 LPARs.
· Perform installation, maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting of System Automation and NetView components.
· Collaborate with IBM support teams to diagnose, debug, and improve automation and monitoring capabilities.
· Integrate System Automation with enterprise monitoring tools, including OMEGAMON.
· Develop and maintain TEPS/OMEGAMON situations and monitoring solutions for the mainframe environment.
Work model:
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in United States. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
What you need to have to be considered
· 8-10 years of hands-on experience administering and supporting IBM System Automation (SA for z/OS) environments.
· Strong experience with IBM NetView configuration, administration, and troubleshooting.
· Advanced knowledge of z/OS systems administration and mainframe operations.
· Proficiency in REXX, NetView PIPEs, and Assembler programming.
· Experience implementing automation strategies in large-scale enterprise mainframe environments.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $ 69,500 to $ 123,500 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
401(k) plan and contributions
Long-term/Short-term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Over Cognizant
Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) is een bouwer van AI-oplossingen en een leverancier van technologiediensten. Wij slaan de brug tussen AI-investeringen en ondernemingswaarde door het bouwen van full-stack AI-oplossingen voor onze klanten. Onze diepgaande kennis van sectoren, processen en engineering stelt ons in staat om de unieke context van een organisatie te verankeren in technologische systemen. Deze systemen versterken het menselijk potentieel, realiseren tastbare resultaten en geven wereldwijde ondernemingen een voorsprong in een snel veranderende wereld. Ontdek hoe op cognizant.ai of @cognizant.
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