Client Name: Zions Job Title Mainframe Systems Programmer Storage and Data Replication # of openings: 1 Start Date: asap Duration: 12 months Max Subs: 4 Bill Rate/$112/hr Location .Salt lake City Utah remote Fully Approved and funded? yes Contract-or Contract to Hire- or Perm: Contract Chance for extension (if contract)? Work Status acceptable (USC/GC/STRSI managed H1B is ok Interview Process how many, with whom, when interviews start, how long will process take start to finish: 1 What is the reason that the position open? How long has the position been open? If it has been open: How many candidates have been received/interviewed feedback on why they did or didnt meet expectations Do we have direct contact with the hiring manager? no Mainframe Systems Programmer Storage and Data Replication Detailed Job Description highlight 3-5 Must Haves Mainframe Systems Programmer Storage and Data Replication Looking for a Systems Programmer to join the Technology Reliability Engineering and Operations (TREO) IBM Z Mainframe team. This team is focused on reliably and securely managing the mainframe environment. With a focus on the operating system and ISV products and services, you will be an integral part of the broader technology team. Were looking for someone who will be responsible for maintaining the z/OS operating system and related products. As a Systems Programmer, you will leverage your knowledge of the operating system to maintain vendor software and work cooperatively to keep the overall mainframe environment healthy. You will monitor, build alerting and automation, integrate with interrelated systems, and craft creative solutions to problems and obstacles. Troubleshooting, vendor engagement, planning, and escalation will be needed to uncover issues, discover root causes, and implement resolutions. Products and services cover vendors such as Broadcom, BMC, Rocket Software, and others. Responsibilities Support the IBM Z Mainframe z/OS environment (SMS - Storage Management Subsystems, IBM Virtual Tape Library, Hitachi Storage / Disk, and Data Replication) Securely support various upgrades, configure, and to maintain supported release levels Perform root cause analysis Continuously improve stability and reliability in the IBM Z Mainframe space Provide technical expertise on Information Technology projects Prepare and maintain necessary documentation Other duties as assigned Qualifications Note: A combination of education and experience may meet qualifications. Requires a bachelors in computer science, information systems, or related field 2+ years systems programming, systems analysis, transaction server administration, or other directly related experience Working knowledge of programming, database, and systems analysis and related applications Requires strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Strong communication skills, both verbal and written Requires strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with both management and staff employees Must be able to meet deadlines Ability to set and maintain high quality work standards Broad application of principles, theories, and concepts in applicable discipline, plus working knowledge of other related fields Apply Job!