• Address: Elmhurst, IL 60126 (map)
• Date Posted: 11/06/09
• Job Type: Full-time

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This is a direct hire position with 2 available openings.

Position Overview:
This System Programmer positions calls for someone with expert knowledge of IDMS on Z/OS primarily, and exposure to Z/LINUX operating systems. Experience with other database formats such as DB2, IMS, ADABAS, DATACOM, and Oracle is a plus. In this role you would support IDMS from a systems* standpoint from the ground up. Expert level knowledge of installing, maintaining, monitoring and tuning IDMS CV*s on the mainframe is required; and some experience with the other databases is preferred. Having expert knowledge of different IDMS utilities and third party products for this database type is important.

In this position you will be responsible for ensuring the environment is properly backed up, documented and supported. Having the ability to apply new software versions and releases, ongoing maintenance levels and emergency fixes is essential. This is a client driven environment, so having strong communication skills and interpersonal skills is an important attribute the ideal candidate will possess. You will also have the opportunity to support Disaster Recovery exercises and procedures. In this fast paced, highly technical environment, you will be called on to handle multiple, complex tasks and establish priorities on an ongoing basis. Additional responsibilities include: Installation of new IDMS CV*s on the mainframe, and Z/Linux platforms; Keeping version, release and maintenance levels current; Monitoring and reporting on IDMS CV*s as to system performance and reliability; Identifying, resolving and preventing system IDMS CV problems; Design and implement system database backup and recovery strategies; Provide professional guidance as to IDMS CV implementation and use of; Working with the customer to plan and implement all system changes.

Technical Overview:
IDMS CV software; Z/OS; exposure to Z/LINUX; IDMS utilities; Knowledge of connecting to IDMS through VTAM; knowledge of COBOL, ADSO, ADSA, and CULPRIT; SMP/E and ServerPac

Nice to have skills:
Knowledge of ODBC using JDBC drivers is desired; Knowledge of JAVA, C and C++ is helpful; Experience with other database formats such as DB2, IMS, ADABAS, DATACOM, and Oracle is a plus.

If this sounds like you, please apply right away! However please only apply if you currently reside within the state of Illinois. Sorry, there are no sponsorships available for this Direct Hire position.

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