Mainframe Batch & Console Operator
Core
Monitor and manage IBM z/OS production environments, including batch job processing, system health checks, and console operations to ensure high availability and stability.
Role type
Mainframe Batch & Console Operator
Builds
Production batch cycles and system stability for mission-critical business systems
Domain
Mainframe Operations (IBM z/OS)
Required skills
IBM z/OS operations, ZEKE job scheduling, CA7 batch scheduling, JCL analysis, batch troubleshooting, incident resolution, root cause analysis, system startup/shutdown procedures
Preferred skills
24x7 rotational shift support, process improvement identification, cross-functional collaboration, change management support
Technologies
IBM z/OS, ZEKE, CA7, CICS, IMS, DB2, IDMS
Responsibilities
Monitor and manage batch job processing and workload execution; Administer ZEKE job scheduling including dependency management and production cycle management; Perform console operations and respond to system alerts; Identify and resolve batch job failures and scheduling issues; Coordinate with application and infrastructure teams for critical process execution; Execute automated system startup/shutdown and restart production subsystems.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC