IBM Z Workload Scheduler (IWS) Consultant

Job Title - IBM Z Workload Scheduler (IWS) Consultant
Location - 100% Remote (USA)

Duration -  Long term contract
Visa-  H1B and (No fake please)

Interview - Virtual

Job Description:

• The Migration Deployment Specialist — Scheduling is a subject matter expert in IBM Z Workload Scheduler (IWS) who leads the migration of batch scheduling products from CA/Broadcom and other ISV platforms to IWS on z/OS.
• The role requires both deep technical knowledge of mainframe scheduling and the interpersonal skills necessary to work closely with application schedulers, operations teams, and project managers throughout a parallel-tracking migration process.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and perform complex migrations of batch workload automation definitions from CA ESP, CA-7, and other ISV schedulers to IBM Z Workload Scheduler.
• Conduct parallel tracking of the batch cycle during migration, collaborating with application schedulers to review migrated schedules and resolve dependencies.
• Investigate and analyze scheduling reports to draw conclusions regarding migration activities and define corrective actions.
• Write and maintain comprehensive technical documentation covering migration actions, configurations, and operational procedures.
• Monitor workload via the ISPF dialog and apply problem determination skills to diagnose and resolve scheduling issues.
• Provide training to application development, application schedulers, and operations teams on IBM Z Workload Scheduler.
• Collaborate as an integrated team member with internal employees, project managers, contractors, and client staff.
• Apply best practice clean-up procedures ahead of migration to streamline the conversion process.