Mainframe System Programmers with Security skills

As Vertali APAC continues to grow in its presence in the region with it's Mainframe Products and Services, it has a need for multiple seasoned Mainframe System Programmer and Security experts for long-term assignments now and into 2026. 

If you're looking for a challenging and interesting change of environment/role, to utilise your skills and experience across interesting programs of work then please get in touch for more information on what we're looking for and the remuneration on offer for the right candidates.

These roles will be a combination of onsite/remote/hybrid engagements for those who are Australian Citizens or have Permanent Residency status. Ideally, candidates based in Melbourne, Victoria are preferred, HOWEVER, interstate candidates will be considered, dependent on their skills match. 

Note:

1. Overseas and Mainframe Programmers/Developers please DO NOT APPLY,

2. Only applicants with the requisite skills and experience defined below need to apply,

3. Australian Permanent Residency or Citizenship required, and

4. At least 5 years local experience is desired.

Role Purpose:

These are exciting opportunities for the right candidate to bring their skills and experience to bear and provide Mainframe technology-based services incorporating design, development, delivery and maintenance of technological solutions to meet business needs. Current and future projects very much focus on Mainframe system support, Security hardening and remediation, mentoring and Software replacement and migrations, hence the desire to find EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD.

Key competencies & experience:

• 10+ years relevant Mainframe technology experience,

• Depending on the role, multiple years' experience in Systems Programming and Security (RACF preferred & ACF2).

• Programming with HLASM and ability to teach others would be advantageous,

• Excellent JCL (Job Control Language) coding experience,

• Knowledge of ISPF and ISPF Dialogue Management Services,

• Experience with SDSF (Spool Display Search Facility), 

• Knowledge of SAS (Statistical Analysis System) programming would be highly advantageous, and

• Any other programming experiencing in one or more programming disciplines (including: Python, PL1 and Cobol) would be highly desireable.

Key non-technical capabilities:

• Tertiary qualification in a Technology discipline or related field, highly desireable,

• Sound understanding of security, audit and risk management, controls and standard operating procedures,

• Ability to build effective relationships and enable the successful implementation of technical strategies,

• Use technical expertise and judgement to define and implement technical solutions to support business needs,

• Provide services to support, guide and assure design of solutions in line with agreed strategies and directions,

• Confer with systems users to develop areas of change in requirements, that result in greater efficiency, systems integration or cost reduction,

• Provide technical input to design specifications of major computer systems and provide consultative guidance on their execution,

• Understanding of change, processes and requirements around system hardening and security remediation of Mainframe systems, and

• Excellent verbal, written/documentation and presentation skills as well as stakeholder management.

Notes:

1. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

2. Start date is likely to be Jan 2026.

3. Attractive Daily rate, but will very much depend on skills and experience.