Mainframe Architect

Responsibility:   

• Extensive experience in Mainframe hardware migration, configuring IOCP,IODF and HCD.
• Experience in Mainframe storage and tape library migration
• Experience in planning and building new mainframe infrastructure services.
• Knowledge in CICS and MQ
• Knowledge in Mainframe network technology such as VTAM, TCP IP including routing, switching, and network protocols
• Performance tuning and optimization skills to analyze system performance and make adjustments to optimize resource usage is key to ensuring efficiency.
• Preferred expertise in languages like COBOL, JCL, Assembler.
• Knowledge of database management systems like DB2 and VSAM.
• Understanding of mainframe security protocols, such as RACF, and best practices for protecting data.
• Mainframe cryptography knowledge, cryptographic techniques to protect sensitive data.
• Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze complex data, identify issues, and develop effective solutions.
• Understanding Workload Management and expertise in managing and optimizing workloads on IBM mainframe system.

Required skills and qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience as a Mainframe Administrator and 5+ as Architect.
• Strong knowledge of Mainframe technologies and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to lead and facilitate Scrum ceremonies