Overview Role: z/OS Mainframe System ProgrammerLocation: Brampton, ONDuration: 6+ MonthsBGV will be done for the selected candidates. Responsibilities Installs, upgrades and customizes ISV software tools in a multi-system z/OS mainframe environment Primary Role – very good skills in installing and customizing the following products: BMC Suite of Products, IBM Program Products, IBM WebSphere MQ for z/OS, SAS MXG, Omegamon Suite of products and Boxscore, Automation SA/390 support and CA OPSMVS Provides usage support for Applications Development, Infrastructure, IT Operations and IT Production Support and user community On call 24x7 on a rotating basis for problem resolution and high systems availability Use IBM and ISV online tools for opening and managing problem report tracking and resolution Actively participates in periodic DR exercises; maintains DR readiness of systems Monitors status of systems to proactively prevent issues from occurring Hardware Configuration: Works to accomplish organizational goals that are consistent in supporting both IT and Business objectives Performance and capacity planning Job Requirements Operating Systems experience should include: JCL, JES2, DFSMS, DFHSM, DFDSS, SDSF, DFSORT, TSO, ISPF/PDF Software experience: REXX, COBOL, CA Technologies CA-DELIVER / CA-VIEW / SYSVIEW / EASY-TRIEVE / CA1 / CA7; EOS; Other ISV products Skills in UNIX/Linux and Windows; z/VM is a plus Ability to work independently and apply documented problem solving techniques Ability to build positive working relationships and influence collaboratively across IT teams Very good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills; ability to communicate critical information to management, Service Desk and Operations Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize, multi-task and maintain flexibility Note: All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr