z/VM Systems Programmer Sr Principal

Advance how our customers operate while you advance your career. Join GDIT as a z/VM Systems Programmer Sr Principal and build an impactful career in enterprise IT, collaborating with people who are driven and resourceful like you.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT
As a z/VM Systems Programmer Sr Principal, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of our customers. You will play a crucial role via the following:

• Support IBM Mainframes
• Plan and perform upgrades to the z/VM OS and ISV products
• Support day-to-day activities and resolve problems on client systems
• Provide support for zLinux guests
• Monitor system performance and implement tuning and capacity planning improvements
• Maintain documentation for system configurations, procedures, and policies
• Provide support for offsite disaster recovery tests
• Engage with situations that require a high degree of technical complexity and a significant level of customer interface
• Work well in a team environment

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bring your technology expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The z/VM Systems Programmer Sr Principal, must have:

● Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or related field

● Experience: 10+ years of related experience, with at least 7+ of those years having experience supporting IBM Mainframes

● Required Technical Skills:

• Detailed knowledge of z/VM systems, z/VM management tools, and Velocity software
• Experience planning and performing upgrades to z/VM OS and ISV products
• In-depth knowledge of VMSES, REXX, Shared File System (SFS) and Open Edition (Byte File System) required
• Experience with TCP/IP, RACF, DirMaint, IBM Operations Manager, Backup and Restore Manager, and Tape Manager
• Experience with session managers and assembler language programs

● Required Skills:

• The ability to manage small groups, lead projects, and coordinate multiple tasks under time and resource constraints
• The ability to analyze complex problems and issues, then propose a well-thought-out practical solution
• The ability to prioritize workloads effectively to meet changing business needs
• Clear and concise communication skills
• Self-motivated and self directed-individual with a positive attitude
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Ability to project a professional image
• Overtime and weekend work occasionally required; some travel necessary
• Provide a 24/7 service on-call to clients
• Must be able to work with staff in geographically diverse locations

● Preferred Technical Skills:

• zLinux experience would be a plus but not required
• OSA, VSWITCH and Dynamic IOCP configuration experience would also be a plus

● Location: Remote

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

● Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
● Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
● Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
● Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
● Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.