What success looks like in this role:
- Monitor and manage both production and test mainframe systems to ensure optimal performance and availability.
- Schedule and execute batch jobs efficiently, ensuring timely processing and minimal disruptions.
- Manage and maintain the CA FAQS scheduling tool, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information.
- Provide training and support to users on how to navigate and utilize the scheduling tool effectively.
- Analyze usage data and provide reports to management on system effectiveness and areas for improvement.
- Stay informed about updates and developments in scheduling software and make recommendations for enhancements to the tool.
- Collaborate with IT teams to implement any necessary upgrades or modifications to the system.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures regarding data privacy and security.
- Operate the Z/VSE CA FAQS/PCS scheduling tool to ensure the accurate and timely execution of batch jobs and other scheduled tasks within the mainframe environment.
- Perform regular maintenance tasks on the scheduling tool, including configuration updates, software upgrades, and troubleshooting to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Monitor the scheduling tool for errors, abnormalities, or performance issues. Investigate and resolve any issues that arise in a timely manner to minimize downtime and maintain system integrity.
- Maintain detailed documentation of scheduling processes, configurations, and procedures to ensure transparency and facilitate knowledge transfer within the team.
- Provide support and assistance to users of the scheduling tool, including troubleshooting issues, answering inquiries, and providing guidance on best practices for job scheduling and management.
- Collaborate with other IT teams to integrate the scheduling tool with other systems and applications as required, ensuring seamless operation and data flow across the organization's IT infrastructure.
- Identify opportunities for enhancing the functionality and efficiency of the scheduling tool. Propose and implement improvements, optimizations, and automation where applicable to streamline processes and improve productivity.
- Compliance: Ensure that scheduling processes and procedures adhere to relevant compliance and security standards, such as regulatory requirements and internal policies.
You will be successful in this role if you have:
- University degree or equivalent education and experience
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in mainframe operations
- Experience with mainframe operating systems, including z/OS and VSE, and familiarity with CICS.
- Strong knowledge of mainframe tools and utilities such as FAQS/PCS, FAVER II, MASTERCAT, VSNPCPS, and TMON.
- Proficiency in incident management tools like ServiceNow for efficient incident reporting and tracking.
- Familiarity with tape backup systems and procedures for restoring files and data.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues under pressure.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
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