Sr Mainframe Systems Programmer

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In short

Ericsson seeks a Sr Mainframe Systems Programmer for a remote position supporting the CFIUS data center in Piscataway, NJ. The role requires U.S. Citizenship and expertise in z/OS, IBM storage systems (DS8000, TS7700), and related software for administration, security, performance, and availability.

Responsibilities

Administer and support IBM z16 storage environments running z/OS
Manage and maintain DFSMS, DFSMShsm (HSM), and ISMF storage management functions
Configure and support IBM DS8884, DS8910F, TS7700, TS3000, and TS3500 storage platforms
Administer GKLM (Guardium Key Lifecycle Manager) encryption
Manage storage capacity, performance tuning, backup, and recovery processes
Maintain HSM migration, backup, recall, and recovery policies
Administer and support the CA/Broadcom CA 1 Tape Management product
Perform troubleshooting of storage hardware, FICON, and SAN infrastructure
Perform regularly scheduled semi-monthly system backups
Be available to work outside of standard working hours to support and troubleshoot as needed (approximately twice a month)
Travel to data center located in Somerset, New Jersey for on-site work as needed

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship is required
At least 7 years of hands-on z/OS experience with expertise in IBM storage management
Strong expertise in DFSMS, DFSMShsm (HSM), ISMF, z/OS Storage Management, Storage Encryption Technologies, GKLM/ISKLM, CA 1 Tape Management
Hands-on HW experience with IBM DS8884 and DS8910F, IBM TS7760, IBM TS3000, IBM TS3500
Proven experience with storage replication and business continuity solutions
Demonstrated experience administering CA/Broadcom storage management products
Strong knowledge of physical storage hardware, FICON, and SAN environments
Effective communication, documentation, and independent problem-solving skills
Ability to research independently with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset

Desired Qualifications

IBM Storage or Mainframe certifications
Experience with large-scale enterprise storage environments
Prior experience supporting third party software (e.g., SAS, FOCUS, Syncsort, IOF) is a plus

Benefits

Competitive salary range: $158,500 – $198,000 USD (New Jersey, New York)
Opportunity for an annual bonus based on business and individual performance
Excellent health benefits including choice of three medical plan options and a dental plan option
Company credits towards medical and dental premiums
401(k) Plan with automatic 3% company contribution and up to 4% match
Company credits for basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Option to participate in Ericsson’s Stock Purchase Plan
15 days of accrued vacation, up to 3 personal days per year
11 annual holidays
8 hours of volunteer time
80 hours of sick time annually
Up to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave
6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay
Financial wellness programs
Educational assistance
Matching gifts
Recognition programs

Skills

z/OSDFSMSDFSMShsmISMFStorage Encryption TechnologiesGKLMISKLMCA 1 Tape ManagementIBM DS8884IBM DS8910FIBM TS7760IBM TS3000IBM TS3500FICONSAN

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