Mainframe IMS System Programmer

Job Title : Mainframe IMS System Programmer

Location : Phoenix, AZ

Duration : 12+Months

Required Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience with IBM z/OS operating system
• Hands-on experience with IMS DB and IMS TM administration
• Deep knowledge of:
• DBD/PSB/ACB management
• IMS control regions and transaction processing
• Buffer pool tuning and performance optimization
• Experience with IMS utilities, backup/recovery, and DR strategies
• Strong troubleshooting skills (dump analysis, log analysis, abend resolution)
• Experience integrating IMS with:
• DB2, CICS, MQ, and distributed systems
• Familiarity with RACF security controls for IMS environments
• Experience with SMP/E, JCL, TSO/ISPF, SDSF
• Understanding of Sysplex and high availability architectures