Systems Programmer - z/OS System Support (Mainframe Sysprog)
Full-time
Blue Pearl PTY LTD
We are seeking an experienced Mainframe Systems Engineer / zOS Specialist to join a customer environment based in Brooklyn, Pretoria.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day operation, implementation, configuration, and maintenance of the Mainframe infrastructure, including z hardware and z/OS software environments. The role requires strong technical expertise across Mainframe systems administration, third-party product support, storage management, disaster recovery, and business continuity activities.
This position works closely with multiple engineering teams to support the integrated Mainframe ecosystem and ensure stability, performance, and operational excellence across the environment.
Requirements
Mainframe Operations & Administration
Manage the day-to-day operation and support of the Mainframe environment Implement, configure, maintain, and support z hardware and z/OS software
Perform system monitoring, troubleshooting, tuning, and performance management
Support Mainframe operational stability, availability, and resilience
Installation, Upgrades & Lifecycle Management
Perform z/OS software installations, upgrades, patching, and maintenance Install, configure, and maintain third-party z/OS program products
Manage software lifecycle activities and environment optimisation
Support Research & Development initiatives relating to Mainframe technologies
Storage, Network & Systems Management
Administer storage management environments including DFSMS and DFSMShsm Support Mainframe network management and TCP/IP configuration
Manage system resources, storage allocation, backup, and recovery activities
Support HCD configuration and Mainframe hardware definitions
Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
Participate in Disaster Recovery planning, testing, and execution activities Support Business Continuity initiatives and operational readiness processes
Ensure Mainframe environments align with operational recovery standards and procedures
Collaboration & Engineering Support
Work closely with multiple engineering and infrastructure teams Support integrated enterprise solutions delivered through the Mainframe platform
Participate in technical problem-solving, change implementation, and operational planning
Required Skills & Experience
Essential Technical Skills
Strong experience supporting z/OS Operating Systems and related subsystems Experience with:
o HCD
o TCP/IP
o SMP/E
o RMF
o CICS
o MQ
Experience installing and configuring third-party z/OS products
Strong understanding of Storage Management environments
Experience with DFSMS and DFSMShsm
Experience with BMC Control Products
Additional Requirements
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Ability to work within highly technical enterprise environments
Experience supporting operational stability, upgrades, and DR activities
Strong collaboration and communication skills
Preferred Experience
Experience within enterprise or financial services environments Exposure to large-scale Mainframe infrastructure environments
Experience participating in business continuity and disaster recovery exercises
Vacancy posted 19 days ago
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